slang
noun
- 1
Language outside of conventional usage and in the informal register.
- 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.
- 4
A particular variety of slang; the slang used by a particular group.
- 5
An item of slang; a slang word or expression.
Synonyms
verb
- 1
To vocally abuse, or shout at.
verb
- 1
To throw with a circular or arcing motion.
- 2
To throw with a sling.
- 3
To pass a rope around (a cask, gun, etc.) preparatory to attaching a hoisting or lowering tackle.
- 4
To sell, peddle, or distribute illicitly (e.g. drugs, sex, etc.).
noun
- 1
Any long, narrow piece of land; a promontory.
noun
- 1
A fetter worn on the leg by a convict.
- 2
A counterfeit weight or measure.
- 3
A travelling show, or one of its performances.
- 4
A hawker's license.
- 5
A watchchain.
verb
- 1
To sell (especially illegal drugs).
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