deo
/diˈoʊ/
Word Rarity
Rare
Frequency: Zipf frequency 2.95 in modern English
4
Scrabble Score
3
Letters
2
Syllables
3
Unique Chars
Meaning
name
Abbreviation of Diageo.
Example Sentences
- "Some men complain their deos don't work after regular use. Your underarm area can build up immunity to the same product. Alternating two deos can give you total protection."
- "He brandishes a can of deodorant (deo) spray as he says this, grinning all the time. 'I started using this about two years ago. I didn't realise deos can be so useful in controlling sweating and keeping me feeling fresh. […]"
- "'Maybe it's a teeny bit embarrassing, but seeing that we're good friends, Jabłonovska, don't you use any deo?' 'Any what?' 'Deo. Deodorant.' She pronounced the final T sharply and distinctly."
- "Among the 100 most valuable companies listed on the London Stock Exchange, only two have more women on their boards than men: drinks maker Diageo (DEO) and Severn Trent (STRNY)."
Etymology
Regional Pronunciation
- American English: /diˈoʊ/
- British English: /diˈəʊ/