dud
5 synonyms and 0 antonyms for dud, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Something, especially a bomb or device, that fails to work as intended.
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How to use dud
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Etymology
From Middle English dudde, an old word for ragged clothing, later applied to anything useless.
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What does “dud” mean?
The word “dud” means something, especially a bomb or device, that fails to work as intended. In plain terms, something that fails to work or turns out to be a disappointment.
How do you pronounce “dud”?
“Dud” is pronounced duhd (/dʌd/ in IPA).
How do you use “dud” in a sentence?
Here is “dud” used in a sentence: “The grenade turned out to be a dud and never exploded.”
What part of speech is “dud”?
Depending on how it is used, “dud” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “dud” come from?
The word “dud” comes from Middle English. From Middle English dudde, an old word for ragged clothing, later applied to anything useless.
How many meanings does “dud” have?
“Dud” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: something, especially a bomb or device, that fails to work as intended.