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himbo
What does himbo mean?
Male counterpart to 'bimbo': beautiful, big-hearted, not the sharpest. The defining trait isn't the stupidity — it's the sincerity. A real himbo respects women, loves his friends, and has no idea what a tax return is. Kronk, Thor in Ragnarok, Jason Mendoza.
"He asked if the moon was bigger up close — total himbo, I'm obsessed."
Origin
Coined in 1988 by Washington Post writer Rita Kempley; revived and reframed positively on Twitter and TikTok around 2020.
Frequently asked questions
What does himbo mean?
A himbo is a man who is hot, kind, and not very bright — and beloved by everyone for it.
How do you use himbo in a sentence?
He's a total himbo, sweet as anything but couldn't tell you what day it is.
Is himbo offensive?
It's usually affectionate rather than insulting, playfully teasing someone for being attractive but dim.
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