Definition

A member of Generation Z, typically born between 1997 and 2012, who came of age during the rise of social media and the internet. The term is often used to describe young people's attitudes, behaviors, and cultural references.

Example Usage

That zoomer TikTok trend doesn't make sense to anyone over thirty.

Origin

Portmanteau of 'Generation Z' and popularized as internet slang in the late 2010s as a counterpart to 'Millennial' and 'Boomer.'

Fun Fact

Zoomers are the first generation to have grown up with smartphones and social media as integral parts of their childhood.

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BOL

Short for "bundles of laughter," this delightfully optimistic acronym sits awkwardly between LOL and ROFL on the internet laughter hierarchy that absolutely nobody needed expanded. Essentially means you found something funny enough to type three letters instead of two, which is honestly quite the commitment in internet time.

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prosh

A group of wannabe comedians who bond over endless Family Guy and Simpsons quotes, convinced they're hilarious geniuses while everyone else is actively dying inside from secondhand cringe.

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BHG

A complimentary acronym that is used to describe a guy who cares for others; does not mean he has a physically large heart; can stand for "Big hearted girl" or "Big hearted gal," as well.

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hook

Street slang for the police or law enforcement; another version of '5-0.' Used to warn associates when cops are nearby or approaching.

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supposedly

According to what is generally believed, claimed, or expected to be true, though often with skepticism implied. Suggests doubt about the accuracy of a widely-held assumption or reported fact.

📱 Gen-Z / Internet Slang
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C'Bristian

C'Bristian is a sophisticated and outgoing person(a little introverted at times). She's a person who dreams big. She always love hard maybe a little bit too hard because she often times ends up hurt by loving the wrong people. C'Bristian is someone who you can rely on and can be trustworthy. She loves her alone time but hates being alone. She's very talkative and hope someone can one day tolerate her. She is a very confident person but often times gets self conscious. She have those two people that their words can make or ruin her day. C'Bristian is the type of person you need in your life for once she loves you she never stops(literally). C'Bristian is a epitome of beauty and often times forgets that. She lights up any room she walks in and will never be erased from anyone's memory. She will achieve every dream she puts her mind to one way or another.

📱 Gen-Z / Internet Slang

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