duh
[duh; often pronounced with a dentalized d]
- (used to express annoyance at banality, obviousness, or stupidity.)Compare doh.
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Origin of duh
An Americanism dating back to 1960–65
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Examples from the Web for duh
Contemporary Examples
She sees the error of her ways and plants a kiss on his nerdy, astronomy-obsessed brother, Neil (like Neil Armstrong, duh).
Mad Men’s Game-Changing Midseason Finale, “Waterloo”: One Door Closes, Another OpensMarlow Stern
May 26, 2014
Teens consume energy drinks so they can feel focused and energized (duh).
They put him on the cover with the word “Duh” right next to his face.
But while the 'Girls' star showed off her body (duh), she could've showed a bit more range.
Duh--she was dancing for T-Boz and Chilli during a live performance of "Waterfalls!"
Historical Examples
Swan, dúhwisch-scha (the whole run together; duh long and with emphasis; sch very short).
He disappeared in the hallway, calling back: "My duh Pottuh, good-night!"
Harlequin and ColumbineBooth Tarkington
duh
- slang an ironic response to a question or statement, implying that the speaker is stupid or that the reply is obvioushow did you get in here? – through the door, duh
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