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2. genius.com › Genius-uk-uk-slang-dictionary-annotatedUK Slang Dictionary - Genius

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   Oct 27, 2018 · UK slang is quite a wide field and varies beyond regions; English slang, Scottish slang, Northern Irish slang, Welsh slang, and related dialects (Cockney slang, MLE, and so on) are all unique in ...

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   Aug 9, 2023 · Meaning: To steal; or a state of disrepair; or a police station. Origin: Possibly derived from Old English “hnecan” meaning to slay or take someone’s life. Usage: “Someone nicked my bike.” or “My phone’s in the nick.” or “He’s down at the nick.”.

4. www.yourdictionary.com › articles › slang-wordsSlang Words | List of Slang Word Examples & Meanings ...

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   May 23, 2022 · Do you hear about slang words, but can't really figure them out enough to recognize them? No worries: Browse this list of slang examples and get better acquainted.

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   The Queen’s English is spoken in London and Southern England. Here are some of the most common slang words and phrases used by people from those regions. Slang word/phrase. Meaning. Example sentence. Bloke. A man or guy. I saw that bloke you were talking to yesterday. Bloody.

6. onlineslangdictionary.comThe Online Slang Dictionary | Real definitions. Real slang.

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   May 1, 2011 · Started in 1996, The Online Slang Dictionary is the eldest slang dictionary on the web. We bring you more than 24,000 real definitions for over 17,000 slang words and phrases. You'll find more than 5,700 citations from TV shows, movies, news publications, and other sources. (Citations have been removed to resolve Google's penalty against this ...

7. parade.com › 129379075 British Slang Words And Their Meanings - Parade

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   Apr 12, 2023 · 32. Bugger all. This is slang used for 'nothing at all'. When you've sat on the couch all day watching Netflix, you've done bugger all. 33. Bollocks. While it has a multitude of meanings, bullocks ...

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   What is a slang dictionary?

   • A dictionary of real slang words. The Online Slang Dictionary has a slang ('urban') thesaurus, maps, usage voting, offensiveness ratings, and more.

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   What is a good example of a slang word?

   • Tell someone to “talk to the hand” — 1990s slang for “stop talking to me, I’m done with you.” Example: Talk to the hand, ‘cause the face don’t want to hear it anymore. As each generation comes of age, it adds new and creative slang to the culture. But sometimes, the slang word is a reused word with a new meaning.

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   What are some modern slang terms?

   • Slang changes all the time, so it’s good to understand the basics. But a list of modern slang terms (courtesy of Millennials and Gen Z) can get you started. BAE is a term of endearment, meaning "before anyone else.” It’s commonly used between romantic partners, but can also be used between close friends. Example: Bae, you're the best.

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   Should I use a slang dictionary or Wikipedia?

   • One rule: never use Urban Dictionary or Wikipedia. It’s very simple to find sources for slang using google advanced search. That sounds complicated, but it’s really not. Here’s an example, google the following: And you’ll see that most of the results are slang related. Why?

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   What does McDonald's mean in slang?

   • Meaning: Slang term for McDonald’s. Origin: A colloquial abbreviation. Usage: “Fancy a burger from Maccy D’s?” Meaning: Very enthusiastic or eager. Origin: A phrase popularized by the Manchester music scene in the 1990s. Usage: “He’s mad for it every time there’s a new game out.” Meaning: Friend.

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   Does slang offend people?

   • Slang is very informal language. It can offend people if it is used about other people or outside a group of people who know each other well. We usually use slang in speaking rather than writing. Slang normally refers to particular words and meanings but can include longer expressions and idioms. …

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9. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishSLANG | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   SLANG definition: 1. very informal language that is usually spoken rather than written, used especially by particular…. Learn more.