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Global slang
Attractive but not intellectually sharp man; often affectionate or humorous
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Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Tone
Usually positive or approving in casual contexts.
Region
Global
Formality
Informal.
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himbo means Attractive but not intellectually sharp man; often affectionate or humorous. It is best read as global slang associated with Global.
"himbo" means Attractive but not intellectually sharp man; often affectionate or humorous. In Global, the nuance may be more specific.
Usually positive or approving in casual contexts.
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Context-dependent
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