Incredibly patronising, supposedly 'endearing' term from one person to another. Used instead of the name. Some people think it's cute i guess, but when one of
your friends uses it in every sentence it becomes incredibly, unbelievably annoying.
Possibly may be used for people when someone hasnt bothered to learn their name/s
Can be followed by an 's' (see babes) which can either refer to
one or more 'babes' or is just another 'endearing' term to call someone else. (the word 'babes' is equally as
irritating, please people, stop using these words!)
e.g.1
Annoying girl: Awww, dont worry about it babe
(turns round to talk to another person)
Same
annoying girl: Oh, hey babe! You ok? I missed you babe
e.g.2
Guy (to girl): Oh babe i missed you so much
Girl: The word 'babe' is incredibly irritating, please do not refer to me by it.
e.g. 3
Random person: Oh hey!
Girl: hey..er...(thinks to self - oh CRAP! whats his/her name again..? I cant think..damnit, oh! i know what to do!)babe!