duh
[duh; often pronounced with a dentalized d]
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interjection
(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
Dictionary.com Unabridged
Based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2019
Examples from the Web for duh
Contemporary Examples of duh
She sees the error of her ways and plants a kiss on his nerdy, astronomy-obsessed brother, Neil (like Neil Armstrong, duh).
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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 of duh
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!"
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duh
interjection
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