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Ruggedly Handsome 

It's some one (most likely male) who is attractive, but not like a pretty boy is attractive. Most likely they have long(ish) hair and a some what scruffy appearance and rather built. they are really hot anyways, or just because of it.
Heath Ledger, in "10 things I hate about you" is by definition Ruggedly Handsome.
Ruggedly Handsome by Sphinx May 28, 2004

Ruggedly Handsome 

Good lookin not pretty boy type
I'm a thug in the club buggin and dancing.I ain't one of them cute niggas I'm Ruggedly Handsome
Ruggedly Handsome by Kali Oso April 22, 2009

ruggedly handsome hobo

Definition: Ruggedly handsome hobo
Ruggedly handsome hobo (noun phrase)
An informal English expression that describes a homeless man (hobo) who, despite his unkempt, dirty, or disheveled appearance (messy hair, beard, worn and tattered clothes), possesses a natural, masculine physical attractiveness — sharp facial features, expressive eyes, confident posture — that makes him appear charismatic, cool, or even model-like.
The word “ruggedly” suggests a rough, unpolished kind of handsomeness associated with a tough, outdoor lifestyle. “Handsome” means attractive, and “hobo” is an older American term (somewhat romanticized) for a homeless person, vagabond, or itinerant beggar.
The phrase is often used with a tone of admiration or ironic humor, highlighting the contrast between extreme poverty/neglect and obvious physical appeal.
3 example sentences:

“When photos of that bearded guy sleeping on the subway bench went viral, everyone started calling him the ruggedly handsome hobo of New York – he looked like he could walk straight onto a fashion runway.”
“The internet fell in love with another ruggedly handsome hobo last week: long messy hair, torn jacket, but those piercing blue eyes and sharp jawline made him instantly famous.”
Brother Sharp from China is the original ruggedly handsome hobo – back in 2010, pictures of him strutting down the street in layered rags turned him into an overnight fashion icon.”
“When photos of that bearded guy sleeping on the subway bench went viral, everyone started calling him the ruggedly handsome hobo of New York – he looked like he could walk straight onto a fashion runway.”
“The internet fell in love with another ruggedly handsome hobo last week: long messy hair, torn jacket, but those piercing blue eyes and sharp jawline made him instantly famous.”
“Brother Sharp from China is the original ruggedly handsome hobo – back in 2010, pictures of him strutting down the street in layered rags turned him into an overnight fashion icon.”

Ruggedly handsome presence

Definition:
A noticeable attractiveness or dignified appearance in a person that remains visible despite rough living conditions, worn or dirty clothing, or a generally unpolished exterior. Often caused by strong facial features, posture, or an underlying sense of humanity that contradicts common stereotypes.
He was clearly homeless, but there was a ruggedly handsome presence about him that made people look twice.”

“The dirt and torn jacket couldn’t hide his ruggedly handsome presence.”

“Sometimes you see someone on the street with a ruggedly handsome presence that completely challenges your assumptions
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An armpit enthusiast — typically of the scent, appearance, and touch of hairy underarms.
That dude’s such a pitpig, I have to wear deodorant to keep him at bay.
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