bucko

Patronizing term, pal

Bucko is an informal term of address for a man or boy, often with a note of challenge or warning: Listen here, bucko, I'm not going to tell you again.

It can also be used more neutrally or affectionately, especially in Irish English.

The word suggests familiarity—you wouldn't call a stranger bucko unless deliberately being confrontational.

informal-address

pal

Close trusted companion

  • buddyInformal term for companion
  • matePartner or companion
  • chumFriend or fish scraps

friend · fella · bud · lad · sonny · mister · sport · tiger · champ · kiddo

nautical

sailor

Seafaring crew member

shipmate · captain · skipper · quartermaster · bosun · helmsman · seaman · voyage · nautical · anchor

condescending

arrogant

Excessively high self-regard

  • cockyExcessively self-assured
  • boldCourageous and daring
  • brashOffensively self-assertive

impudent · insolent · impertinent · presumptuous · uppity · cheeky · sassy · defiant · audacious · brazen

Categories
Opposites
formality of address

buckosir

Formal male address

mister · gentleman · your honor · madam · distinguished guest

tone of address

buckodear friend

Cherished intimate companion

sweetheart · darling · beloved · my dear · honey

formality/register

buckosir

Formal male address

madam · Your Honor · Your Excellency · Mr. · Mrs.

Phrases
Family

buck, buckaroo

Familiarity
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Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G