* Surprise, excitement, or amusement: Think of it like "Wow!" or "Amazing!"
* A whimsical or nonsensical feeling: It might be used in a lighthearted, silly way.
Origin:
The word is likely a blend of "alacazam" (from the magic phrase "abracadabra") and "doo" (a common ending used for emphasis).
Examples:
* "Look at this amazing cake! Alacadoo!"
* "I can't believe we won the lottery! Alacadoo!"
If you heard someone use "alacadoo," it's best to understand it within the context of the conversation to get a clear sense of its meaning.