slang

\ ˈslaŋ

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Definition of slang

(Entry 1 of 2)

1 : language peculiar to a particular group: such as

b : jargon sense 1

2 : an informal nonstandard vocabulary composed typically of coinages, arbitrarily changed words, and extravagant, forced, or facetious figures of speech

slang

slanged; slanging; slangs

Definition of slang (Entry 2 of 2)

intransitive verb

: to use slang or vulgar abuse

transitive verb

: to abuse with harsh or coarse language

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Examples of slang in a Sentence

Noun tends to use too much hacker's slang when talking to coworkers about their computer problems

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun Singh closed the interview with another scripted bit -- quizzing Kaling on slang terms -- which, again, wasn't as engaging as their conversation. — Brian Lowry, CNN, "Lilly Singh brings energy to NBC's 'A Little Late' date," 16 Sep. 2019 The name Monkey’s Tail was inspired by the slang term for a train switch handle — the bar is near the Lindale Metro station. — Greg Morago, Houston Chronicle, "Mexican-American themed bar Monkey’s Tail opens July 3 in Lindale Park," 2 July 2019 Doxxing is a slang term referring to the disclosure online of someone's personal information. — Fox News, "Texas students react to doxxing threats against conservatives on campus," 29 Aug. 2019 Here's a list of teen slang terms and their definitions. — David Oliver, USA TODAY, "What is a VSCO girl? OK, boomer. A parents' dictionary to teen slang words, sksksksksk," 16 Nov. 2019 Here's the original news (plumped, in this context, is British slang for supporting something after careful consideration): In addition, sources reveal that the Duchess was the only guest at the wedding to give a reading. — Katherine J Igoe, Marie Claire, "Meghan Markle Had an Extra-Special Honor at Misha Nonoo’s Wedding," 22 Sep. 2019 Each is unique, with distinct dialects, accents, and slang. — Nick Martin, The New Republic, "What’s Lost When a Language Disappears," 12 Dec. 2019 The name was inspired by military slang for a chaotic situation, which to vets like Mardis and McGuffey makes perfect sense. — cincinnati.com, "Hidden in plain sight," 5 Dec. 2019 Sandberg said picking up on American slang was interesting. — oregonlive, "Sweden’s Simon Sandberg makes Oregon State the latest stop in his American football adventure," 26 Nov. 2019

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