"fubu" meaning in English

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Noun

IPA: /ˈfu.bʊ/ Forms: fubus [plural]
Etymology: Abbreviation of fuck buddy. Etymology templates: {{abbrev|en|fuck buddy}} Abbreviation of fuck buddy Head templates: {{en-noun}} fubu (plural fubus)
  1. (Philippines, slang) An acquainted person who offers sexual intercourse without romantic commitment. Tags: Philippines, slang
    Sense id: en-fubu-en-noun-8HTK0U3X Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Philippine English

Inflected forms

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