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Meaning of slang
noun
- Language outside of conventional usage and in the informal register.
- Language that is unique to a particular profession or subject; jargon.
- The specialized language of a social group, sometimes used to make what is said unintelligible to those not members of the group; cant.
- A particular variety of slang; the slang used by a particular group.
- An item of slang; a slang word or expression.
verb
- To vocally abuse, or shout at.
verb
- To throw with a circular or arcing motion.
- To throw with a sling.
- To pass a rope around (a cask, gun, etc.) preparatory to attaching a hoisting or lowering tackle.
- To sell, peddle, or distribute illicitly (e.g. drugs, sex, etc.).
noun
- Any long, narrow piece of land; a promontory.
noun
- A fetter worn on the leg by a convict.
- A counterfeit weight or measure.
- A travelling show, or one of its performances.
- A hawker's license.
- A watchchain.
verb
- To sell (especially illegal drugs).
Source: Free Dictionary API.
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A dictionary checker verifies whether a typed word exists in a word list. It is useful for word games, puzzle checks, spelling checks, and quick vocabulary confirmation.
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