English dictionary
slang
nounAudio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves)
noun
- informal language consisting of words and expressions that are not considered appropriate for formal occasions; often vituperative or vulgar
verb
- abuse with coarse language
verb
- fool or hoax
verb
- use slang or vulgar language
Example sentences
they don't speak our lingo
their speech was full of slang expressions
The immigrant was duped because he trusted everyone
You can't fool me!