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USA slang
Sneakers or athletic shoes.
Safe to use?
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Tone
Casual and context-dependent.
Region
USA
Formality
Informal.
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kicks means Sneakers or athletic shoes. It is best read as usa slang associated with USA.
"kicks" means Sneakers or athletic shoes. In USA, the nuance may be more specific.
Casual and context-dependent.
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Context-dependent
Elegant; smart in appearance.
Unoriginal, mainstream, or predictable, often in a derogatory way
Cool; carefree; with a relaxed and stylish attitude
Wearing brand-name or designer clothing.
A brand; used to describe branded or designer clothing
To dress up nicely; to be well-dressed.
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