noun
Uncommon
lulu
LOO-loo
Lulu (noun) means Informal: someone or something remarkable, striking, or impressive. Example: “That last-minute goal was a real lulu.”
noun
1
Informal: someone or something remarkable, striking, or impressive.
"That last-minute goal was a real lulu."
2
Informal: a glaring mistake.
"He made a lulu of an error on the final exam."
How to use lulu
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSlang for something notably impressive or notably bad, depending on context.
When to use it
Informal and somewhat dated — mostly seen in American English.
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Etymology
Probably named after the American stage magician Lulu Hurst (1869-1950), known for feats that amazed audiences.
Class of 1869
lulu joined the language around 1869.
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What does “lulu” mean?
The word “lulu” means informal: someone or something remarkable, striking, or impressive. In plain terms, slang for something notably impressive or notably bad, depending on context.
How do you pronounce “lulu”?
“Lulu” is pronounced LOO-loo (/ˈluːlu/ in IPA).
How do you use “lulu” in a sentence?
Here is “lulu” used in a sentence: “That last-minute goal was a real lulu.”
What part of speech is “lulu”?
“Lulu” is a noun.
Where does the word “lulu” come from?
The word “lulu” dates back to around 1869. Probably named after the American stage magician Lulu Hurst (1869-1950), known for feats that amazed audiences.
Is “lulu” a common word?
“Lulu” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “lulu” have?
“Lulu” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: informal: someone or something remarkable, striking, or impressive.
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