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An Irish word for a young male person or lad which originated in the 19th century; Also: A Welsh form of address for a man.

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Usage examples (31)
  • But as a young man, he was doubtlessly a "boyo," a bit of a lad.
  • What have you been reading lately, by the way, boyo?
  • "It seems you fainted, boyo," the policeman supplied.
  • You should hang your red head in shame, Phil me boyo.
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