1. An outstanding example of a particular type of person or thing.
"Every song this band performs is a lulu."
"That book was a lulu of a mystery — I read it in one sitting."
"The awards field is a tough one this year, with several lulus in each category."
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Unknown, late 19th century
This charming slang possibly began as a pet name for "Louise," but it evolved into a casual reference for an outstanding person in their field, or a stellar example of a specific category. The Nobel Prize, for example, is awarded to lulus from a variety of different backgrounds, including scientists, writers, and progenitors of peace. ...
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