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USA slang
A casual term for a man; also used as a general address
Safe to use?
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Tone
Casual and context-dependent.
Region
USA
Formality
Informal.
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dude means A casual term for a man; also used as a general address. It is best read as usa slang associated with USA.
"dude" means A casual term for a man; also used as a general address. In USA, the nuance may be more specific.
Casual and context-dependent.
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Context-dependent
Someone from rural Ireland.
A slang term for a Canadian person.
An opportunist or risk-taker, often dubiously.
Someone who wears glasses (often used as a playful or slightly teasing term)
A person from rural Ireland, often used by city dwellers
A lazy person who avoids work.
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