slang

(noun, verb)

noun

1. informal language consisting of words and expressions that are not considered appropriate for formal occasions; often vituperative or vulgar

- their speech was full of slang expressions

Definition categories: communication

2. a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves)

Similar word(s): argot, cant, jargon, lingo, patois, vernacular

Definition categories: communication

verb

1. use slang or vulgar language

Definition categories: communication, speak, talk

2. fool or hoax

Similar word(s): befool, cod, dupe, fool, gull

Definition categories: communication, betray, deceive

3. abuse with coarse language

Definition categories: communication, abuse, blackguard, clapperclaw, shout