word up
"Word up" originated in hip-hop culture in the late 1980s and is commonly used in African-American Vernacular English (AAVE).
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Definition
B1Casual Conversation
(informal, slang)A greeting similar to saying 'hello' or 'what's up?'
Example
- Word up, how have you been?
B1Casual Conversation
(informal, slang)Used to express agreement or approval.
Example
- You got the promotion? Word up!
B1Casual Conversation
(informal, slang)A phrase used to get someone's attention or emphasize the importance of what is being said.
Example
- Word up, everyone! The meeting starts now.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "word up":
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