Background for slangs

slangs

/slæŋz/

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noun

Language outside of conventional usage and in the informal register.

Examples :

"My grandmother doesn't understand the slangs teenagers use these days, like "lit" or "sus." "

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noun

Language that is unique to a particular profession or subject; jargon.

Examples :

"The construction workers used a lot of industry slangs on the job site that I didn't understand. "

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noun

The specialized language of a social group, sometimes used to make what is said unintelligible to those not members of the group; cant.

Examples :

"The teenagers used slangs to talk about their school activities, making it hard for their parents to understand. "

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noun

A particular variety of slang; the slang used by a particular group.

Examples :

"The different slangs used by teenagers and senior citizens often make it difficult for them to understand each other. "

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noun

An item of slang; a slang word or expression.

Examples :

"The dictionary explained that "sus" and "yeet" are examples of popular slangs used by teenagers. "

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verb

To vocally abuse, or shout at.

Examples :

"The angry customer slanged the waiter for bringing the wrong order. "

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noun

Any long, narrow piece of land; a promontory.

Examples :

"The seagulls nested on the narrow slangs of land jutting out into the sea. "

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noun

A fetter worn on the leg by a convict.

Examples :

"The historical display showed the prisoners wearing slangs, heavy metal rings and chains around their ankles to prevent escape. "

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noun

A counterfeit weight or measure.

Examples :

"The inspector discovered several slangs being used at the market, resulting in vendors cheating customers by selling less than the advertised weight of goods. "

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noun

A travelling show, or one of its performances.

Examples :

"The small town eagerly awaited the arrival of the annual slangs, promising games, rides, and delicious food. "

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noun

A hawker's license.

Examples :

"My grandfather renewed his slangs annually so he could continue selling fresh produce at the market. "

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noun

A watchchain.

Examples :

"He proudly displayed his grandfather's gold slangs across his vest, a family heirloom passed down through generations. "

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verb

To sell (especially illegal drugs).

Examples :

"He was arrested for slanging drugs near the school. "

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