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USA slang
When someone restricts access or knowledge of a trend, product, or subculture from others
Safe to use?
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Tone
Casual and context-dependent.
Region
USA
Formality
Informal.
gatekeeping means When someone restricts access or knowledge of a trend, product, or subculture from others. It is best read as usa slang associated with USA.
"gatekeeping" means When someone restricts access or knowledge of a trend, product, or subculture from others. In USA, the nuance may be more specific.
Casual and context-dependent.
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Context-dependent
Outsider; a social outcast or loner, often online.
To block someone online (from the English "block")
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Direct Message; to send a private message to someone on social media
Direct Message; to send a private message (also common in UK)
To follow someone on social media (from the English "follow")
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