dudette

[ doo-det, dyoo‐ ]

noun

, Slang

1. the female version of a dude:

   Welcome, all you dudes and dudettes!

Word History and Origins

Origin of dudette¹

First recorded in 1880–85; dude ( def ) + -ette ( def )

Example Sentences

She could also just be a chill dudette who’d rather watch soap operas than race after Frisbees at the park.

From Slate

It stated the definition of saguarbro as “a dude or dudette who is part of the sharp, creative workforce in trendy Scottsdale.”

From Seattle Times

“I love you, I know you’re making your choice in good faith, I’m not going to try to change your mind, the little dude/dudette will be overjoyed to meet you when the doctor says it’s safe.”

From Seattle Times

“I love you, I know you’re making your choice in good faith, I’m not going to try to change your mind, the little dude/dudette will be overjoyed to meet you when the doctor says it’s safe.”

From Washington Post

But if it’s just you and your dude or dudette, the automobile can be like the heart-shaped tub of Poconos honeymoons.

From Wall Street Journal