intj
attaboy
A-tuh-boy
Attaboy (intj) means an informal exclamation of praise or encouragement, typically said to a boy, man, or male animal. Example: “Attaboy!" the coach yelled as he made the shot.”
intj
1
An informal exclamation of praise or encouragement, typically said to a boy, man, or male animal.
""Attaboy!" the coach yelled as he made the shot."
"Attaboy! That's the way to hit a home run!"
noun
1
A shout or expression of encouragement.
"He gave his son an attaboy after the game."
How to use attaboy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA casual cheer of approval, like "well done!" or "nice one!" aimed at a male.
When to use it
Very informal — mainly spoken, rarely written in formal contexts.
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Word forms
- Plural
- attaboys
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Etymology
A slurred, run-together pronunciation of "that's the boy!"
Rhymes for attaboy
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What does “attaboy” mean?
The word “attaboy” means an informal exclamation of praise or encouragement, typically said to a boy, man, or male animal. In plain terms, a casual cheer of approval, like "well done!" or "nice one!" aimed at a male.
How do you pronounce “attaboy”?
“Attaboy” is pronounced A-tuh-boy (/ˈætəˌbɔɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “attaboy” in a sentence?
Here is “attaboy” used in a sentence: “"Attaboy!" the coach yelled as he made the shot.”
What part of speech is “attaboy”?
Depending on how it is used, “attaboy” can be an intj and a noun.
How many meanings does “attaboy” have?
“Attaboy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an informal exclamation of praise or encouragement, typically said to a boy, man, or male animal.
