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Slang tagged with social media

Brainrot

Refers to mindless, addictive social media content that "rots" your brain, like endless scrolling or absurd memes. Often tied to Gen Alpha slang.

DM

Direct Message; to send a private message to someone on social media.

flex

To show off or boast about something online (often related to wealth or success).

gatekeeping

When someone restricts access or knowledge of a trend, product, or subculture from others.

senti

Sentimental; often used to describe an emotional social media post or comment.

simp

Someone who is overly submissive or desperate for another persons attention online, especially in a romantic context.

sliding into DMs

To send a direct message on social media to initiate flirtatious or romantic contact.

stalking

To obsessively look at someones social media profile (used humorously, not always negatively).