Meaning & use
Boyos
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An informal, often affectionate or teasing term of address for boys or young men, chiefly used in Irish or Welsh English.
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Come on, boyos, let's get this job finished before dark.
The old boyos still meet at the pub every Friday for a pint.
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"Boyo" combines "boy" with the diminutive suffix "-o," a pattern common in Irish and Welsh English for friendly nicknames.
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