Bo Derek

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Meaning · English

A 30-year Treasury bond issued by the United States federal government in 1980.

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

If you're looking for a sexy investment opportunity, you might consider buying a Bo Derek. Nearly everybody knows the actress, the perfect “10” of the movies, but not too many people are familiar with the other “Bo Derek,” which; believe it or not, is a long-term U.S. Treasury bond that has had a si

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “Bo Derek” mean?

A 30-year Treasury bond issued by the United States federal government in 1980.

Is “Bo Derek” formal or informal?

Bo Derek is generally slang.