Beaut

/ˈbjut/ noun

Definition

Something or someone that is beautiful, excellent, or remarkable; slang for a real beauty or a great example of something.

Etymology

A shortened, colloquial form of 'beauty,' popular in casual American English, particularly in the early-to-mid 20th century. It represents how English speakers naturally shorten words in informal speech.

Kelly Says

Slang words like 'beaut' show that English speakers are lazy in the best way—we love shaving off syllables, and 'beaut' packed all the meaning of beauty into one snappy sound!

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