Definition

Short for 'loss' or 'loser.' The evil twin of W. When something goes wrong or someone embarrasses themselves, they've taken an L. Life is now a scoreboard of W's and L's, and the internet is keeping track with the enthusiasm of a sports commentator.

Example Usage

"Showed up to the costume party and nobody else was in costume. Massive L. I'm dressed as a banana in a room full of business casual. No recovery."

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