Slay
/sleɪ/
Generally Harmless
compliment
performance
fashion
lgbtq+
excellence
Definition
To do something exceptionally well, or to look amazing, or to be very impressive.
Examples
- She slayed that dance routine.
- Your outfit slays!
- He slayed his final exams.
Origin & Context
Popularized in LGBTQ+ ballroom culture, the term 'slay' has become mainstream slang, especially on social media, to denote excellence or strong approval.
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