Music
bootylicious
What does bootylicious mean?
A general term for fabulous or impressively good, extended beyond bodies.
"This playlist is straight bootylicious."
Origin
A blend of 'booty' and 'delicious,' the word existed earlier but exploded after Destiny's Child's 2001 hit 'Bootylicious.' Beyoncé is even credited in the Oxford English Dictionary for popularizing it.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'bootylicious' mean?
It means curvy, sexy, and fabulous, usually as a confident compliment. It can also loosely mean great in general.
Who made 'bootylicious' famous?
Destiny's Child, with their 2001 song of the same name. Beyoncé is credited in the dictionary for popularizing it.
Is 'bootylicious' offensive?
It's generally meant as a playful, body-positive compliment rather than an insult, though context and tone always matter.
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