An expression used to accept a challenge, wage war or defend one's honor by unspecified but extreme/chaotic measures.
In all instances it is a simple way of indicating that come what may, your decision is set in stone.
(exclamation): Originating as a greeting by Chief Thunderthud (the only Indian ever to have a moustache) to the Peanut Gallery on the 50's television program "The Howdy Doody Show", the term was later adopted by surfers in the 60's.
Used as a friendly greeting or way to say goodbye. To be used in the same context as the word "Ciao". A combination of the words "ciao" and "cowabunga".