Attaboy In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "attaboy", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-08-07 10:08

Meaning of Attaboy

Synonyms:

that's a boy

Attaboy interjection exclamation

"Attaboy" is a contraction of "that's the boy"; 

Also: "atta boy."

Opposite phrase: attagirl/ attagal

A short phrase spoken suddenly and loudly to cheer a boy, man, or male animal on.

Yes! You've made it! Attaboy!

Keep moving head! You are very close to the finish line! Yay, you've won! Attaboy!

Attaboy! You've broken the world record!

Origin of Attaboy

This interjection dates from 1909. It was originally used in baseball as a cheer of encouragement or approval.

The Origin Cited: etymology.com .
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