informal term for man or person; exclamation of surprise
Originally 'dandy' in 1870s American slang, origin uncertain
DUDE rhymes with 'mood' - it's a casual way to address someone in a good mood!
Originally masculine slang; modern usage is often gender-neutral but still carries male-coded cultural origins in surfer and youth subcultures.
In informal contexts, verify audience comfort. Use 'person', 'folks', or 'friend' for clarity when addressing mixed groups.
["person","folks","friend","folks"]
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