slang

noun
UK: /slæŋ/
US: /slæŋ/

  1. Very informal language that is more common in speech than writing, and is used especially by particular groups of people.

    1. I don't understand a word of this slang.
    2. Some slang terms eventually become accepted as standard language, while others disappear.

  2. Words or phrases that are very informal and are not considered suitable for more formal situations.

    1. He used a lot of slang in his speech.
    2. The dictionary includes a section on common internet slang and abbreviations.

Synonyms

jargon argot vernacular colloquialism
slang verb

  1. To use slang.

    1. Teenagers often slang with each other.
    2. The characters in the novel slang freely, reflecting their working-class backgrounds.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "slang" in English means: Very informal language that is more common in speech than writing, and is used especially by particular groups of people., Words or phrases that are very informal and are not considered suitable for more formal situations..

The phonetic transcription of "slang" is /slæŋ/ in British English and /slæŋ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "slang": jargon, argot, vernacular, colloquialism.

Example usage of "slang": "I don't understand a word of this slang.". More examples on the page.