cute hoor

English

Etymology

From cute (“sly/clever, shrewd or perceptive”) and whore. (Can this(+) etymology be sourced?)

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /kjut huɹ/

Noun

cute hoor (plural cute hoors)

  1. (Ireland, slang) A shrewd scoundrel, especially in business or politics.

Usage notes

The term is not necessarily insulting, and can often be considered flattering. It does not carry sexual connotations in modern usage. Usually used to describe a male 'rogue'.

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