Definitions For Boyo

Noun

BOYO (plural BOYOs) (Ireland) A boy or lad. (sometimes, derogatory) {{n-g, A stereotypically welsh form of address for a man, usually younger than the speaker.}}

Usage notes

form of address for a man When used to address a Welshman by a non-Welshman this can be (perceived as) derogatory or patronising; use by obviously Welsh people to anyone is rarely derogatory but may still be patronising, especially if used to address someone older than oneself.

Anagrams

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