Meaning & use
boyo
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a boy or young man, used as a familiar or affectionate form of address
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Come on then, boyo, let's get this finished before dark.
The old coach still calls every player on the team 'boyo' regardless of age.
A note on using this word
The word is common in Welsh and Irish English and can carry either warmth or a hint of condescension depending on tone.
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