“Babe” is a term of endearment which can be used in a wide variety of contexts. It can be a very general way to refer to a friend or it can be a pet name for a romantic partner, and everything in between. Different people … Read more
WTD can mean a couple of different things, but most commonly it means “what’s the deal”. It can also mean “what to do”, and “who to delete”, among other things. But by far the most common meaning is just “what’s the deal”, which is just … Read more
A bot in gaming is a character which is controlled by an AI, or the “computer”, rather than by an actual player. This term can be applied in slightly different ways in different contexts. It could just be stand-ins for player characters in ill-populated multiplayer … Read more
Clutch refers to winning a competitive online game after overcoming tremendous odds. This is used in a wide range of games, but always means essentially snatching victory from the jaws of defeat. Winning at the very last moment means you clutched the win, or it … Read more
HYB most often is an abbreviation meaning “how you been?” It is simply a very common and quick way of asking someone how they are, particularly if you’ve not spoken to them for a while. It is used this way both in texting and on … Read more
“The pen is mightier than the sword” is a common English idiom which means that the written word have more power than violent actions. The written word is a more powerful medium for social change. It’s what’s called a metonymic adage. It was coined by … Read more
In texting, SN means “say nothing”. It is similar to the phrases “no worries” or “don’t mention it”—it’s a response to someone saying thank you. The idea is that you’re telling them helping them was your pleasure, and they don’t need to thank you. It … Read more
DWS usually means “dealing with sh** in texting. It’s a way of saying you’re busy doing something. It can have a few other meanings, such as “dry wallet syndrome”, “drunken whore syndrome”, and more. Most commonly though, it means you are dealing with something frustrating. … Read more
BBB in texting usually stands for “bored beyond belief”. This is a fairly self-explanatory phrase which means someone is incredibly bored. It might be something they say while in class or otherwise don’t have anything fun to do. It can mean a couple of other … Read more
AP can mean a couple of different things in rap. It can simply refer to one’s “assistant producer” in the process of producing their music. On the other hand, it can be a term used to refer to Audemars Piguet, a brand of luxury watches … Read more