hotcha

[ hah-chah, -chuh ]

/ ˈhɑ tʃɑ, -tʃə /

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interjection Older Slang.

(used as an expression of approval or delight, now often used facetiously.)

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His boss, whom he admires, is waiting to meet with him about the big project.

His boss, who he admires, is waiting to meet with him about the big project.

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Origin of hotcha

First recorded in 1930–35; of uncertain origin

Words nearby hotcha

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