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bingo

2 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. 1) bingo (interjection)
  2. 2) bingo (noun)

1bin·go

interj \ˈbiŋ-(ˌ)gō\

Definition of BINGO

1
—used to announce an unexpected event or instantaneous result
2
—used to announce a winning position in bingo
3
—used to express endorsement of a correct assertion
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Origin of BINGO

alteration of bing (interjection suggestive of a ringing sound)
First Known Use: 1925

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