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USA slang
To chat informally, usually for a long time.
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Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Tone
Casual and context-dependent.
Region
USA
Formality
Informal.
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chew the fat means To chat informally, usually for a long time. It is best read as usa slang associated with USA.
"chew the fat" means To chat informally, usually for a long time. In USA, the nuance may be more specific.
Casual and context-dependent.
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Context-dependent
To have a chat.
British slang for mate or friend; common in UK internet humor and banter
Boyfriend/girlfriend (informal, "companion" or "friend").
A casual or secret meetup, often romantic or sexual, kept low-profile
A story; a tale (informal, often told online).
A meeting, often informal and sometimes for a serious discussion (literally "arrow")
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