"hubba hubba" meaning in English

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Interjection

IPA: /ˈhʌbə ˈhʌbə/
Head templates: {{en-interj|nolinkhead=1}} hubba hubba
  1. (emphatic, somewhat dated or ironic) An expression of appreciation or approval with a strong (positive) sexual connotation. Tags: emphatic Synonyms: hubba-hubba Related terms: phwoar

Alternative forms

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