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TELL ME WHY. UNIT 62
WHY DO WE USE SLANG?
| DEFINITION | TERM |
|---|---|
| Very informal words or expressions, especially those used by a particular group. | slang |
| The period when someone is young; also, young people as a group. | youth |
| To make someone remember or mentally return to an earlier time. | to take back |
| Unity and support between people who share interests, aims or experiences. | solidarity |
| A feeling of belonging, closeness and connection within a group. | sense of togetherness |
| Extremely small. | tiny |
| A small sign or symbol that can show identity, membership or achievement. | badge |
| Not now, but true in the past. | no longer |
| The length of time something remains useful, fresh, popular or effective. | shelf life |
| Informal: unexpected, strange or without an obvious reason or connection. | random |
| To exchange, buy or sell things with another person or group. | to trade |
| To follow or repeatedly watch someone, including online, in an unwanted or obsessive way. | to stalk |
| To officially forbid sthing or prevent someone from taking part or entering. | to ban |