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Meaning of "attaboy" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF ATTABOY

attaboy  [ˈætəˌbɔɪ] play
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WHAT DOES ATTABOY MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Definition of attaboy in the English dictionary

The definition of attaboy in the dictionary is an expression of approval or exhortation.


WORDS THAT RHYME WITH ATTABOY


B-boy
ˈbiːˌbɔɪ
batboy
ˈbætˌbɔɪ
beachboy
ˈbiːtʃˌbɔɪ
billyboy
ˈbɪlɪˌbɔɪ
carboy
ˈkɑːˌbɔɪ
choirboy
ˈkwaɪəˌbɔɪ
clapperboy
ˈklæpəˌbɔɪ
cowboy
ˈkaʊˌbɔɪ
deadboy
ˈdɛdˌbɔɪ
fanboy
ˈfænˌbɔɪ
homeboy
ˈhəʊmˌbɔɪ
houseboy
ˈhaʊsˌbɔɪ
ladyboy
ˈleɪdɪˌbɔɪ
maccoboy
ˈmækəˌbɔɪ
newsboy
ˈnjuːzˌbɔɪ
paperboy
ˈpeɪpəˌbɔɪ
playboy
ˈpleɪˌbɔɪ
schoolboy
ˈskuːlˌbɔɪ
sonobuoy
ˈsəʊnəˌbɔɪ
tomboy
ˈtɒmˌbɔɪ

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE ATTABOY

attach
attachable
attache
attached
attacher
attachment
attachment of earnings
attack
attack ad
attack dog
attackable
attacker
attacking
attackman
attagirl
attain
attainability
attainable
attainableness

WORDS THAT END LIKE ATTABOY

altar boy
baby boy
birthday boy
black boy
boy
cabin boy
drummer boy
errand boy
fair-haired boy
golden boy
maccaboy
messenger boy
old boy
pretty boy
rent boy
shepherd boy
teddy boy
the boy
whipping boy
white-haired boy

Synonyms and antonyms of attaboy in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «attaboy» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF ATTABOY

Find out the translation of attaboy to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of attaboy from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «attaboy» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

attaboy
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

attaboy
570 millions of speakers

English

attaboy
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

एट्टाबोय
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

ياه
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

Молодец
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

attaboy
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

জেনারেল
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

bravo
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Gen.
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

attaboy
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

attaboy
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

잘한다
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Gen.
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

Giỏi lắm
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

ஜெனரல்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

Gen.
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

Gen.
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

attaboy
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

Brawo
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

молодець
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

Bravo
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

Μπράβο
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

attaboy
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

attaboy
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

gutten sin
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of attaboy

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «ATTABOY»

The term «attaboy» is regularly used and occupies the 64.440 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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Principal search tendencies and common uses of attaboy
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «ATTABOY» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «attaboy» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «attaboy» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about attaboy

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «ATTABOY»

Discover the use of attaboy in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to attaboy and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Attaboy, Sam!
In this second book about Anastasia Krupnik's younger brother, Sam concocts a perfume made of his mother's favorite smells to honor her request for only homemade gifts for her birthday.
Lois Lowry, 1992
2
You Might Be a Monster: And Other Stories I Made Up!
"This book is so good it scares me!" - Craig Yoe, former VP/General Manager of Jim Henson's Muppets "If you like weird fun, then you'll love this book. It's like a candy store for your brain and eyes.
Attaboy, 2011
3
When You're Up to Your Ass in Alligators: More Urban ...
"Attaboy" is a slang phrase indicating approval, a phrase, according to the Dictionary of American Slang, in use since 1910. The certificate presented here suggests that one bit of criticism negates a thousand instances of praiseworthy behavior ...
‎1987
4
Hi-fructose: Vol. 1
Hi-Fructose magazine showcases an eclectic mix of underground artists, pop surrealists, emerging and rediscovered countercultures and awe-inspiring spectacles from around the world.
Attaboy, 2009
5
Attaboy's Secret Scheme Book
These remarkable journals will safely house your deepest thoughts, nurture your creativity, and keep the dreary world at bay. These journals feature characters from some of today's hottest alternative artists.
‎2003
6
Cesare Pavese and Anthony Chiuminatto: Their Correspondence
Attaboy! Espressione sportistica per dire 'That's the boy' e che se detta in fretta all' americana sembra che si dica 'attaboy' come di fatti si scrive per dare l'effetto sulla pronuncia. 'Attagirl' – 'That's the girl' quando si vuol lodare una fanciulla in ...
Cesare Pavese, Mark Pietralunga, 2007
7
Hi-Fructose Collected Edition 3 Box Set
Artists featured in the book include Sam Gibbons, Tom Haubrick, Tara McPherson, Ekundayo, Liz McGrath, Stella Im Hultberg, Chris Berens, Jeff Gillette, Dan May, Kevin Cyr, Nicolas Di Genova, Andrew Hem, Laurie Hassold, Yosuke Ueno, Bob Dob, ...
Annie Owens, Attaboy (Artist), 2013
8
Snooty Baronet
Attaboy ! " Mithras fingered his phrygian bonnet (of which he was very proud — he foresaw it would make a good " Liberty-cap ") to feel where the Deity would probably stick the bull's-eye. He smiled sweetly at the incorruptible bird, thanking  ...
9
Hi-Fructose Collected Edition: New Contemporary Art
Artists featured in the book include Sam Gibbons, Tom Haubrick, Tara McPherson, Ekundayo, Liz McGrath, Stella Im Hultberg, Chris Berens, Jeff Gillette, Dan May, Kevin Cyr, Nicolas Di Genova, Andrew Hem, Laurie Hassold, Yosuke Ueno, Bob Dob, ...
Annie Owens, Attaboy, 2013
10
The 100 best spare-time business opportunities today
From your attractive Attaboy wagon, you not only vend delicious (and healthy) popcorn, but sell other complementary and equally profitable snack and beverage products as well. Attaboy furnishes you special decorative containers and all the ...
Kevin Harrington, Mark N. Cohen, 1990

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «ATTABOY»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term attaboy is used in the context of the following news items.
1
Fire departments report uneventful Fourth of July
It's just an 'Attaboy' for the community for being safe, listening to what the community leaders asked them to do." Fireworks restrictions remain in ... «NBC Montana, Jul 15»
2
Winning a big deal for Kyle Busch as he comes back from injury
After receiving well-deserved "attaboy!" compliments for his Sonoma victory, Busch turns his attention to the Coke Zero 400 Sunday night at ... «Philly.com, Jul 15»
3
7-foot alligator creates traffic jam
Park Ranger Justin Curtis, Forrester Roy Burk and Engineering Technician Michael Stokes deserve an ATTABOY! Read or Share this story: ... «THV 11, Jul 15»
4
'Suits' Recap: Harvey Declares War on Louis
Louis keeps to his word and makes a big spectacle out of shaming Jack, but he doesn't get the "attaboy" from Harvey he was hoping for. «BuddyTV, Jul 15»
5
Attaboy! Cattle dog trainer claims Sportsperson award
GOOD LISTENER: Mitchum Davis, with his dog Rango, who won the Australian Maiden Cattle Dog Trial and second in the Novice. «Clarence Valley Daily Examiner, Jun 15»
6
Trifle with Mr Javid at your peril says QUENTIN LETTS after …
Attaboy! He blurted out his speech (which basically told the 'in the EU at all costs' CBI they were naive negotiators and barely patriotic) before ... «Daily Mail, Jun 15»
7
Google's Fail Of A Ramadan App
Initial response to Google's app on Facebook was positive and there was a bunch of “attaboy'ing” on community posts saying, “Oh look, ... «Forbes, Jun 15»
8
Terminator: Bad dream to big box office
The film received somewhat positive reviews and even initially got Cameron's attaboy, but lacked the spark and pace of earlier episodes. «San Antonio Express-News, Jun 15»
9
Follow The July Favourite! Yeah, right…
Then there's Run Rhino Run who ran a good race (although unplaced) on KZN-breeders day, showing he's back – attaboy, Laff! «Sporting Post, Jun 15»
10
Thank you, Jesse Register, you served Nashville well
Let me explain why I believe we should stand in prolonged applause and send him off with a well-deserved attaboy. Not to be forgotten, our ... «The Tennessean, Jun 15»

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