English Slang Words Terms

2021-10-21 17:30:07 Moolah

What does moolah mean?


Moolah means money. It also appears as mula but is less common.

The term is widely understood as a term that refers to money, or at least something of monetary value. And people of all ages may use the term, partially because it's been used a lot in pop culture and it's just fun to say.

When did the moolah term become popular?

Most linguists agree that the term surfaced in the 1930s with prominent usage by U.S. gamblers and hipsters. The term remains relevant today, even as many other slang terms have been coined to refer to money, such as Bread, Dough, Paper, and Scratch.

What are the origins of the moolah term?

Some scholars believe the word came from the Gypsy word "mol," which means "to be worth." Others believe that it comes from the Irish phrase "moll oir," which means "pile of gold."

The term may have also come from "mulya" (pronounced Mool-ya), which is a Sanskrit word that means "value" or "price." The "mulya" word is also used in Hindi, Marathi, and various other languages in India. Additionally, "Amulya" means "priceless."

Example

"Can I borrow some moolah?"
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2021-10-21 05:30:05 Celine A Scene

What does celine a scene mean?

To add a Celine Dion song to a video for maximum emotional impact

Celine a scene is a video trend where Celine Dion's "My Heart Will Go On" song is added to movies and videos. It is meant to ramp up the emotional impact of the event that takes place in the scene.

The trend went viral in 2016, especially on Facebook and YouTube, where users shared their favorite Celine a scene creations. The purpose of Celine a scene is to insert the song into recorded moments to maximize the emotional impact. It has been edited into many types of videos including climactic film scenes, sports team collapses, Trump becoming POTUS, and people falling down. The song comes from the 1998 epic film Titanic and is one of the most iconic and popular songs ever released.

Example

"I just watched a Celine a scene of Trump and I'm dead.
LOL."
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Celine Dion singing "My Heart Will Go On" Open / Comment

2021-10-20 17:30:04 Gf

What is gf short for?


Girlfriend

Gf means girlfriend. It is an abbreviation that refers to a female romantic partner, although it can also be a platonic relationship.

The abbreviation is commonly used by teenagers but may also be used by adults too. The gf abbreviation became popular as the obsession with dating grew. The ritual consists of two people going on dates and hanging out with one another for large amounts of time (unless you are in elementary school, then you probably don't talk at all).

Also, the gf tag usually means that both parties involved have decided to be exclusive and not date anyone else until the relationship has ended. The next step after gf is fianceé then spouse. Gf may also be typed as "G/F."

Example

"Are you hanging out with your gf tonight?"
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2021-10-20 05:30:04 Granola

What does granola mean?


Health-focused lifestyle

Granola means health-focused lifestyle. The term is used as an adjective to commonly describe persons who are environmentally conscious and politically left-leaning.

Granola people are very concerned about the imprint they leave on the world whether it be environmental pollution or the treatment of animals. Vegans, environmentalists, tree huggers, and neo-hippies can all be classified as granola. These individuals commonly shop at alternative, natural food establishments that offer items mainstream stores do not. The group has gained popularity in the 2010s, prompting more stores to offer more natural, healthier options.

Example

"I need to find a granola bf who doesn't give me crap for buying healthier foods."
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2021-10-19 17:30:04 Photobomb

What does photobomb mean?


To pose in the background of a picture being taken

An action popular among younger people; commonly involves a nice picture being taken of the subjects but somebody slips in the background with a goofy or creepy facial expression or awkward body pose.

Example

"We had one picture where we're all smiling but Jack had to go and photobomb it!"
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Benedict Cumberbatch photobombing U2 at the 86th Academy Awards Open / Comment

2021-10-19 05:30:03 Lumbersexual

What does lumbersexual mean?


A well groomed male who looks like a lumberjack

A lumbersexual is a man who possesses an appearance similar to a lumberjack and may be considered sexy. He has a beard, often unkempt, and wears a significant amount of flannel, plaid, and denim clothing.

The lumbersexual is the antithesis of a metrosexual because he is less concerned with his appearance, unless he is a metrojack, and more concerned with chopping wood and exploring the great outdoors. Movember is a prime time of year for lumbersexual sightings. The term can also be used as an adjective to refer to a lumberjack-like appearance.

Example

"I have a thing for lumbersexual men, every bf I've had looks like Paul Bunyan."
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A lumbersexual taking a selfie Open / Comment

2021-10-18 17:30:06 Tebowing

What does tebowing mean?


Getting in a position of praying

A body position that involves getting in a position of praying with one knee on the ground; refers to football player Tim Tebow's tradition of praying on the football field.

Example

"Did you see his picture? He was Tebowing in front of the school."
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Tim Tebow kneeling in prayer before a game Open / Comment

2021-10-18 05:30:07 Prancercise

What does prancercise mean?



A prance-like exercise

Prancercise is a term that refers to an exercise that consists of walking in a prance-like manner. The exercise was created by Joanna Rohrback in Florida.

The movement looks similar to a horse trotting or a person just about to dance but not quite there. As you can imagine, it looks ridiculous.

Example

"I'm trying to lose 30 pounds in 6 months, you think I should try to prancercise?
Only if you let me record it."
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Joanna Rohrback demonstrating her famous exercise Open / Comment

2021-10-17 18:50:46 Performative Activism

What does performative activism look like?

Activism performed to gain social standing

Performative activism is when a person participates in an activist movement not because they believe in the cause, but because they want to be popular. The phrase became popular in 2020 during the George Floyd protests, when celebrities were accused of joining in to gain fans rather than out of genuine commitment.

Fake activism often occurs online, especially on social sites like Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Performative activists post messages saying they support a cause, but do nothing else to support the cause (such as donating money or protesting IRL).

Typically, performative activism is an act that performative activists put on to appear woke to their followers or the general public. Other times, a performative activist may simply not realize that their posts come across as fake to those doing the actual work.

What are some examples of performative activism?

One example of performative activism is when Emma Watson posted multiple black squares to her Instagram account in support of Black Lives Matter (BLM), taking time to ensure her "activism" maintained her account's aesthetic. Another example includes celebrities posting images of themselves "protesting," which are actually just photo ops.

Slang similar to performative activism

Performative activism is similar to slacktivism, which is a combination of "slacker" and "activism" that describes people who try to be activists but don't want to put forth much effort. Performative activists may also be called posers, who are people guilty of saying they live their life one way while not actually living that way at all.

Example

"All these influencers are showing their true colors with their performative activism."
"Yeah, I saw one person selling a BLM shirt with her brand on it.
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When you are accused of performative activism Open / Comment

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