Synonyms of slang

Noun


1. slang, slang expression, slang term, non-standard speech

usage: 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"

2. slang, cant, jargon, lingo, argot, patois, vernacular, non-standard speech

usage: a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves); "they don't speak our lingo"

Verb


1. slang, speak, talk

usage: use slang or vulgar language

2. gull, dupe, slang, befool, cod, fool, put on, take in, put one over, put one across, deceive, betray, lead astray

usage: fool or hoax; "The immigrant was duped because he trusted everyone"; "You can't fool me!"

3. slang, abuse, clapperclaw, blackguard, shout

usage: abuse with coarse language

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