dude
Because it is a word with a single syllable, dude is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.
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Definitions ofdude
- A man, generally a younger man.
Example: "So we were at the mall and these two dudes just walk up to us and say "hi"."
- (used in the vocative) A term of address for someone, typically a man, particularly when cautioning him or offering him advice.
Example: "Dude, I'd be careful around the principal; he's having a bad day."
- An inexperienced cowboy.
- A tourist.
- A man who is very concerned about his dress and appearance; a dandy, a fop.
- To address someone as dude.
- To take a vacation in a dude ranch.
- Usually followed by up: to dress up, to wear smart or special clothes.
- A term of address, usually for a man, conveying awe, excitement, surprise, etc.
Example: "Dude! You finally called!"
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