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slang

/sleɪŋ/
Meanings

  • A type of language that is informal, nonstandard, and often humorous or ironic. It is often used to express attitudes or emotions and to create a sense of solidarity or belonging.

    - "What's up, dude? I'm totally stoked for the party tonight!"
    - "That test was a real piece of cake."
    - "He's such a nerd, always studying instead of hanging out with friends."

  • A word or phrase that is used in a particular group or community, often with a unique meaning that may not be understood by outsiders.

    - "In the world of tech startups, a 'pivot' is when a company changes its business model."
    - "In the hip hop community, a 'diss' is a song or lyric that criticizes or insults another rapper."
    - "In the world of sports, a 'hat-trick' is when a player scores three goals in a single game."
Pronunciation
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Synonyms

cant , dialect , jargon , lingo , vernacular
Variants
List of all variants of slang that leads to same result
slang , slangier , slangiest , slangily , slanginess , slanginesses , slangs , slangy , slanged , slanging , rhyming slang , rhyming slangs
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The origin of the term 'slang' is uncertain, but it is believed to have emerged in the 15th or 16th century as a way for people to communicate secretly or in code.

Trivia
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  1. Did you know that the word 'slang' is also used as a verb, meaning 'to speak in slang'?

  2. Did you know that some slang terms can have multiple meanings depending on the context in which they are used?

  3. Did you know that some slang terms have been adopted into mainstream language and are no longer considered 'slang'?

Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

  1. Jargon: Jargon is similar to slang, but it is used in a particular profession or field. It is often technical and specialized, and is used to communicate effectively within a group.

  2. Dialect: A dialect is a variety of language that is spoken by a particular group of people. It may include unique pronunciations, grammar, and vocabulary.

  3. Pidgin: A pidgin is a simplified language that emerges when people from different language backgrounds need to communicate with each other. It often includes elements of multiple languages and is used primarily for practical communication.

Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Slang has been used throughout history to create a sense of belonging and to express attitudes and emotions. It has been particularly prevalent in youth subcultures and in popular music. Slang can also reflect the changing social and cultural norms of a particular time and place.

How to Memorize "slang"

  1. visualize

    - To memorize the word 'slang', visualize a group of people speaking in a secret language.
    - To memorize a particular slang term, visualize the situation or context in which it is used.

  2. associate

    - To memorize a slang term, associate it with a memorable image or phrase.
    - To memorize a list of slang terms, create associations between each term and the next one in the list.

  3. mnemonics

    - To memorize a slang term, create a mnemonic device that helps you remember its meaning.
    - To memorize a list of slang terms, create a mnemonic sentence that helps you remember each term in order.

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