"Bo Derek" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: Bo Dereks [plural]
Etymology: Named after American actress Bo Derek (born 1956), who starred in the romantic comedy film 10 in 1979. The bonds reached maturity in 2010. Head templates: {{en-noun}} Bo Derek (plural Bo Dereks)
  1. (US, slang, finance) A 30-year Treasury bond issued by the United States federal government in 1980. Wikipedia link: 10 (1979 film), Bo Derek Tags: US, slang
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