noun
lulu
LOO-loo
noun
1
Informal: someone or something remarkable, striking, or impressive.
"That last-minute goal was a real lulu."
2
Informal: a glaring mistake.
"He made a lulu of an error on the final exam."
How to Use Lulu
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSlang for something notably impressive or notably bad, depending on context.
When to use it
Informal and somewhat dated — mostly seen in American English.
Word Forms
lulus plural, lulus plural, Lulus plural, Lulues plural, Lulus plural, Lulues plural, Lulus plural, LULUs plural
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Etymology
Probably named after the American stage magician Lulu Hurst (1869-1950), known for feats that amazed audiences.