SLANG

Slang

Slang consists of a lexicon of non-standard words and phrases in a given language. Use of these words and phrases is typically associated with the subversion of a standard variety and is likely to be interpreted by listeners as implying particular attitudes on the part of the speaker. In some contexts a speaker's selection of slang words or phrases may convey prestige, indicating group membership or distinguishing group members from those who are not a part of the group.

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slang

Noun

  1. Language outside of conventional usage.
  2. Language that is unique to a particular profession or subject; jargon.
  3. The specialized language of a social group, sometimes used to make what is said unintelligible to those not members of the group; cant.

Noun (etymology 2)

  1. Any long, narrow piece of land; a promontory.

Noun (etymology 3)

  1. A fetter worn on the leg by a convict.

Verb

  1. To vocally abuse, or shout at.

Verb (etymology 2)

slang



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