TikTok Slang: A Complete Guide To The Meanings Behind Each Phrase

Here's your complete guide to all the slang terms used on TikTok and what they mean – including DC, IB and FYP.

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   1. A complete guide to TikTok slang and what all the words mean

   In the same way that Twitter and Instagram have given us new, memorable slang terms, TikTok users are now contributing to the internet lexicon. From new Gen Z words like ‘Heather’ and Gen Alpha words like 'Skibidi' to platform-specific terms like FYP, IB and DC, here’s all the important and popular TikTok slang terms and abbreviations that you need to know.

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   2. What does FYP mean on TikTok?

   This one is pretty simple. That #FYP you see everywhere on TikTok? It means ‘For You Page’. The FYP is the main timeline you see when you log into the app. Rather than showing you the videos of people you follow, the FYP presents you with popular, viral and random videos that you might like based on your personal algorithm.

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   3. What does CEO mean on TikTok?

   On TikTok, CEO means the same thing as it does in real life… Chief Executive Officer. To be called a ‘CEO of’ something on TikTok means that you’re the absolute best at it. CEO of dance challenges, CEO of comments, CEO of going viral… you get the idea.

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   4. What does PFP mean on TikTok?

   The meaning behind PFP is simple... it means profile picture.

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   5. What does POV mean on TikTok?

   On TikTok, POV means the same thing as it does in real life… Point of View. POV is often used in captions and on-video captions to signify when the viewer is meant to be watching it from their own perspective.

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   6. What does OOMF mean on TikTok?

   OOMF is an acronym for One Of My Followers. It’s predominantly used on TikTok and Twitter.

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   7. What does Heather mean on TikTok?

   The term Heather has a few meanings on TikTok. The first refers directly to the iconic ‘80s film, Heathers. In the movie, the Heathers were a group of wealthy, preppy and popular students. In this case, being a Heather can have negative connotations, seeing as they were the ‘mean girls’ of their day. In 2020, the term took on a new meaning thanks to Conan Gray’s song. To be called a Heather in this context means you’re gorgeous, desirable and the other person wishes they could be you.

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   8. What does IB mean on TikTok?

   If you see the letters ‘IB’ in a TikTok caption, it means that the video has been ‘inspired by’ another viral or notable video. The original users @ will usually be tagged alongside the letters.

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    9. What does DC mean on TikTok?

    If you see the letters ‘DC’ in a TikTok caption, it means that the TikTok user is giving ‘dance credits’ to the originator of a viral dance or challenge. The original creator's username will usually be tagged alongside the letters.

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    10. What does Alt TikTok mean?

    Alt TikTok is one of the main ‘sides’ of TikTok. Alt TikTok (short for alternative) is for more of the quirky Gen Z humour and meme-y type TikTok users. Here, you’ll find other sides of TikTok including Frog TikTok and Fairy Comment TikTok.

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    11. What does Straight TikTok mean?

    Straight TikTok is one of the main ‘sides’ of TikTok. Straight TikTok is where you’ll find the dances and the majority of the content house TikTokers, like the Hype House. Basically, it’s the more mainstream side of the app.

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    12. What do the finger emojis mean on TikTok?

    The 'two fingers touching' emoji sequence essentially mean 'shy'. As if you were twiddling your fingers together, nervously. The emojis can often be paired with the watery eye emoji too, for extra nervous vibes.

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    13. What does #xyzbca mean on TikTok?

    The #xyzbca hashtag is simply just a popular hashtag that people use in the hopes of getting more views on their TikTok videos. It’s kind of like #FYP and #ForYouPage. It unfortunately has no meaning at all. It’s just a bunch of letters.

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    14. What does Shifting mean on TikTok?

    Shifting (sometimes called reality shifting) is a way of training your mind to enter a ‘new reality’. It started on Reddit a while ago but has become popular on TikTok. To shift, you need to lie down and imagine your ‘desired reality’. It’s essentially a mix between meditation, manifestation and lucid dreaming. The results are said to feel like an extremely realistic and vivid dream.

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    15. What does ratio mean on TikTok?

    Ratio is a popular term used on social media and when it comes to TikTok, it’s all to do with the comment section. To get ‘ratioed’ on TikTok means that your comment has more replies than likes. Usually, this means that your comment has NOT gone down well. If you get ratioed, it’s kind of a bad thing.

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    16. What does Simp mean on TikTok?

    According to Urban Dictionary, ‘simp’ stands for 'Suckas Idolising Mediocre Pussy'. Essentially, it’s a term for a man who will do absolutely anything for a woman in the hopes of getting sex or a relationship in return. The term has softened thanks to TikTok. Now, people often refer to themselves as a simp for certain celebrities (or real people) they have a crush on.

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    17. What does Shadowbanned mean on TikTok?

    Shadowbanning is when your content is ‘blocked’ without you knowing by TikTok. Your account can be removed from searches, and your reach will be limited to your own followers. Users tend to notice that they’ve been shadowbanned on TikTok when their view count drops. The same thing can happen on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

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    18. What does the Brain emoji mean on TikTok?

    On TikTok, the brain emoji has a bit of a NSFW meaning. It basically means oral sex, or 'give brain'/'give head'. It went viral in a video that explained how doctors can tell whether or not you've done it or not based on the roof of your mouth, and now TikTokers have officially crowned it as the latest emoji with a hidden meaning.

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    19. What does Caught In 4k mean on TikTok?

    To 'catch someone in 4k' means to capture their reaction or behaviour to a situation on camera, in clear view. The phrase has been on TikTok for a while now, but it's recently being used when guys fall for the 'Hey Lol' audio challenge. Users will play Khaleel's song, which samples a Porn Hub intro, out loud and people who have "been to the hub" will usually look up to see what's going on. Of course, the other person will be filming them, catching their reaction "in 4k".

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    20. What does Accountant mean on TikTok?

    If you've ever been on TikTok, you'll have no doubt heard the "I'm an accountant" song. TikTokers use this song as a tongue-in-cheek way to dodge questions about their true jobs, and where they got all their money from – because "nobody asks you questions when you say you're an accountant." Originally, Rocky Paterra wrote the song about how he would dodge questions as a struggling actor. The term was then adopted by sex workers or people who have OnlyFans accounts.

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    21. What does Sheesh mean on TikTok?

    You may have heard a lot of TikTokers or seen a lot of comments using the 'word' sheesh on TikTok recently. The phrase basically means to either be impressed or to express disbelief or exasperation.

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    22. What does ASL mean on TikTok?

    ASL is not a new phrase that comes from TikTok, it's actually a standard internet phrase that stands for 'age, sex, location'. However, some TikTok users are also using the phrase as a shortened way to say "as hell". That new meaning has now become the most popular explanation for the term amongst Gen Z users on the platform.

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    23. What does Mutuals/Moots mean on TikTok?

    If you've seen the word 'mutuals' (or 'moots' for short), then that means someone is talking about their followers who also follow them back.

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    24. What does Bussin mean on TikTok?

    Bussin is a word that frequently pops up on TikTok, and it means that something is really good.

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    25. What does Valid mean on TikTok?

    You may understand valid to mean acceptable or reasonable, but it has a slightly different meaning within social media slang terms. According to Urban Dictionary, valid also means something that is very good or of a really high standard.

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    26. What does Cheugy mean on TikTok?

    Cheugy means something that is off-trend. It's mostly aimed at millennial styles and trends, and it's similar to calling someone basic. Things that make someone 'Cheugy', according to the CheugLife Instagram, include: Anything that says "girlboss", Harry Potter merch, Ugg slippers, going to Disney as an adult, posing in front of a wall mural for an Instagram picture, Eos lipbalms... you get the picture.

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    27. What does Sneaky Link mean on TikTok?

    A Sneaky Link is pretty much what you think it is... it's a slang term for someone who is hooking up with another person in secret. The term is also used in a viral TikTok song called 'Sneaky Link' by HXLLYWOOD.

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    28. What does Face Card mean on TikTok?

    You may have heard the term Face Card being thrown around on TikTok and Twitter recently, but there's a couple of different meanings to the phrase. On social media, the latest interpretation basically means that you're stunning, you always have been and you always will be. People share their selfies alongside captions such as "face card always valid" or "face card never declined". However, the popular street slang meaning refers to your reputation, and the fact that people respect you.

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    29. What does Fruity mean on TikTok?

    On TikTok, Fruity is a term used to describe someone who belongs to the LGBTQ+ community. It's not actually a new term either, and some might actually find it to be offensive, but it's currently being reclaimed by the Gay TikTok subculture. The term picked up popularity on the app after TikTok user Mattie (@westbrouck) put the word into context in a viral video.

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    30. What does 4Lifers mean on TikTok?

    The phrase '4Lifers' gained popularity on TikTok thanks to a viral video from @boobackbaby, featuring rapper and producer Lucki saying “what we is? 4lifersss!” 4Lifers means a group of friends, or siblings, or family members who will always be in each others lives no matter what - for life, obviously. The term may also be shorted to 4L on some social media platforms too.

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    31. What does BBL mean on TikTok?

    There’s been a lot of videos about BBLs on the TikTok FYP recently, but what exactly does it stand for? BBL is actually an acronym for a surgery called a Brazilian Butt Lift, which takes fat from one area of the body and moves it to the butt to make it bigger. TikTokers are sharing the before and afters of their cosmetic procedures with their followers.

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    32. What does Hot Girl Summer mean on TikTok?

    Chances are you already know what Hot Girl Summer means, but after a whole year spent inside, the Megan Thee Stallion-coined phrase is making a huge comeback for 2021. Hot Girl Summer is an inclusive phrase all about feeling confident, having fun, looking good, not caring about what others think and living your best life unapologetically – usually while not in a relationship.

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    33. What does AS/Adult Swim mean on TikTok?

    The Adult Swim trend is taking over TikTok, with users creating their own 'bumpers' in the style of the iconic Cartoon Network adult-themed programming block. Users will film themselves in random places, and then put a caption or 'adult swim' over the top. The posts will usually be tagged with #AdultSwim or #AS.

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    34. What does ALR mean on TikTok?

    ALR has a few meanings online but the most popular definition on TikTok is that is means 'alright'. The #ALR hashtag is also used on popular videos in order to get more views.

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    35. What does YT mean on TikTok?

    If you've seen the letters 'YT' all over your For You Page and you thought it mean YouTube, you wouldn't be the only one. However, 'YT' is actually a slang term or abbreviation for 'white', and people use it to refer to someone's race or skin tone.

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    36. What does TVA mean on TikTok?

    If you've been wondering what TVA means on TikTok, or who The TVA are, then you probably haven't watched any of Disney+'s Loki series yet. The acronym comes from Marvel, and it means Time Variance Authority. The TVA are a fictional organisation that monitor and protect the sacred timeline in the MCU.

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    37. What does Looted mean on TikTok?

    The term ‘looted’ was popularised by TikToker user @chasinn.loot. The word is a synonym for “drip” and “swag”, used to describe someone’s outfit or style. A lot of @chasinn.loot’s videos also use the snippet of YoungBoy Never Broke Again’s ‘I Don't Know’.

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    38. What does BMS mean on TikTok?

    BMS, in TikTok terms, means ‘broke my scale’. The scale that it’s referring to is actually an attractiveness scale, and has nothing to with weight. Broke My Scale is used by TikTokers when commenting on people’s videos, referring to their physical attractiveness. Who knew?!

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    39. What does KLM mean on TikTok?

    Well, there's a couple of meanings for KLM. The first, according to Urban Dictionary is that it's "another way of writing Calm, which means like fine or okay." The acronym is also the name of a Dutch airline. KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (Koninklijke Luchtvaart Maatschappij N.V.) are not currently on TikTok but there is a parody account that often roasts Irish airline Ryanair.

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    40. What does Sizing Up mean on TikTok?

    To you and me, to "size up" someone means to form a judgment of something or someone. But on TikTok, people are finding out that it has a whole different meaning in slang terms, a sexual meaning that is actually pretty awful. An entry on Urban Dictionary defines "sizing up" as "when a guy examines a girls thighs in order to see if she can take dick from him".

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    41. What does DNI mean on TikTok?

    If you've seen 'DNI' anywhere on TikTok, it means 'Do Not Interact'. The internet acronym is mostly used by users who share NSFW and adult content that is not meant for anyone under the age of 18. The phrase allows users to signpost that they will not interact with underage people, and signifies a content warning to minor users. Users also use DNI when they don't want to interact with people who support or follow certain things.

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    42. What does 1437 mean on TikTok?

    The 1437 TikTok phrase actually means "I love you forever". The phrase is all to do with the number of letters in each word. For example, "I" is a one letter word therefore the 1 in 1437 represents that. "Love" contains four letters, “you” contains 3 letters and “forever” contains 7 letters. Although the term is popular on TikTok, it's actually been used as an abbreviation for years in text messages and on chat forums.

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    43. What does Devious Lick mean on TikTok?

    You’ve probably seen “Devious Lick” going viral on TikTok recently. The phrase essentially means ’stolen goods’ or is used to describe that has been stolen in a sneaky way. It was first popularised by TikTok user @dtx.2cent who posted a video of a hand-sanitiser machine in a backpack alongside the caption: "Only a month into school and got this absolute devious lick." The video quickly gained over 7.2 million views in two days.

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    44. What does ATP mean on TikTok?

    ATP actually has a number of meanings on the app. The hashtag will usually refer to the ATP tennis tour, while other slang terms mean “at this point” and “answer the phone”. People have been using the abbreviation in a number of ways on the app.

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    45. What does the chair emoji mean on TikTok?

    The chair emoji has started flooding comment sections on TikTok recently. The emoji is actually part of an “inside joke” started by user @blank.antho who told his followers to replace the laughing emoji with a chair. The joke went viral, and now people are sending chair emojis on videos that they find funny.

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    46. What does Baka mean on TikTok?

    Baka means ‘idiot’, 'stupid', ‘fool’ or 'dumb' in Japanese language. The word can considered quite rude in some cases, depending on how you say it. But TikTokers – namely Anime and Manga fans – are using it in a jokey, light-hearted way.

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    47. What does Pick Me Girl mean on TikTok?

    The term Pick Me Girl didn’t originate on TikTok but it’s become one of the defining terms for a certain type of user on the app. A Pick Me Girl, by the internet’s definition, is someone who acts or claims that she is “not like other girls”, usually to gain attention from guys. Pick Me Boys also apparently exist, and have been likened to Simps.

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    48. What does YMCA mean on TikTok?

    YMCA is referenced in Bo Burnham’s song ‘Words, Words, Words.’ The lyrics, “Met a girl named Macy, had sex with her all day. But she was dyslexic, so I ended up doin the YMCA”, have gone viral on the app, referencing the Village People’s iconic ‘YMCA’ dance routine. YMCA stands for ‘Young Men's Christian Association’.

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    49. What does Bones Day mean on TikTok?

    Bones Day and No Bones Day were born thanks to Noodle the Pug. Noodle was a 13-year-old dog whose owner, Jonathan Graziano, filmed him waking up each morning. If the dog was able to stand up, it’s a Bones Day. If he flopped back down, it’s a No Bones Day. A Bones Day means you should seize the day and make the most of it. A No Bones Day means it’s time to wrap it up and start again tomorrow.

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    50. What does SW mean on TikTok?

    There’s a couple of meanings for SW on the internet, but the primary meaning behind the term on TikTok is ‘Sex Worker’ (including people who earn money from OnlyFans) or 'Sex Work'. TikTok users often use ‘SW’ instead of the full name when discussing or posting about the topic in order to avoid being shadow banned by the algorithms or having their account removed.

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    51. What does W mean on TikTok?

    W is a popular term in sport and gaming. When someone simply puts a "W" in the comment section, it means they're saying "Win" or congratulating someone on their success. It's the opposite of someone taking an "L," which means to lose. Obviously.

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    52. What does Hogging mean on TikTok?

    Hogging word that describes a derogatory and offensive sexual “competition” between groups of guys at fraternities. According to Urban Dictionary, “participants go with the direct intention of hooking up with the fattest girl at the party.” The term has been called out on social media.

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    53. What does Mid mean on TikTok?

    If you've come across the word 'mid' being used in comments or in captions on TikTok and have no idea what it actually means, here's your answer... Mid is a word to describe something that is mediocre. It's not something that is bad, but it's not something that is good either. It's just... fine. Average. Mid.

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    54. What does Abow mean on TikTok?

    ‘Abowwww’ first started going viral in January 2022, thanks to a song by ShantiiP X TarioP called ‘Throw It Back (Abow)’. According to TikTok users, ‘Abow’ is a phrase that used in Arabic as well as Turkish, and is commonly used in Sweden as a slang term for ‘wow’ or something similar to ‘omg’. Others have also said the term is often used to hype someone up.

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    55. What does Pushing P mean on TikTok?

    Pushing P made its way to the TikTok mainstream in January 2021, thanks to Gunna and Future’s new track ‘Pushin’ P’. P essentially means something positive, to 'keep it real'. If something is P, it means it’s good. If something is not P, it’s bad. According to Complex, Gunna explained the term on Instagram live, saying: “F*cking your partner’s main bitch ain’t P. If you hold the door for a lady, that’s P. Arguing with your partner about money ain’t P. We ain’t doing that. We’re pushing P.”

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    56. What does Crop mean on TikTok?

    If you logged onto TikTok in April 2022, then you’ll have probably come across million of people asking for people to ‘crop’ their videos in the comment section. Basically, when someone comments ‘crop’ on a video, it means they want the user to reupload the video so it’s not obscured by anything else on the page (e.g. like button, search bar, caption). You’ll usually see these comments when someone is sharing photos of celebrities or meme edits.

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    57. What does Chupaghetti mean on TikTok?

    Chupaghetti went viral on TikTok in April 2022, with users leaving copyists comments detailing the ‘recipe for chupaghetti’. Chupaghetti doesn’t really have a meaning, it’s pretty much made up. Some users have pointed out that the word is a mashup of the Filipino word ‘chupa’ (which loosely translates to suck) and spaghetti.

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    58. What does NSFR mean on TikTok?

    According to Urban Dictionary, NSFR means Not Safe For Ramadan. Much like NSFW (Not Suitable For Work), TikTokers are using the term during the month of Ramadan as a hashtag on certain videos.

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    59. What does Kaw mean on TikTok?

    If you’ve seen the hashtag #Kaw or #Kaws popping up on videos all over your FYP, then you’ll know it’s all to do with a brand of art figures and sculptures by artist KAWS. Based on the videos under the hashtag, it all seems like a pretty harmless trend. However, there is also a horrible, graphic Urban Dictionary definition that's been circulating that suggests the term means "kill all women". As a result, the search results for 'Kaw' do not show up due to "hateful behaviour".

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    60. What does Vabbing mean in TikTok?

    If you haven’t heard about ‘Vabbing’ yet, you’ve probably been living under a rock. Vabbing, a combination of the words “vagina” and “dabbing”, is a recent trend that sees people use their vaginal fluids as ‘perfume’ to attract potential partners.

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    61. What does Gyatt mean on TikTok?

    On TikTok, GYATT is said to be an inside joke ‘between the guys’. According to Urban Dictionary, 'GYAT', or 'GYATT' is a shortened term for ‘goddamn’ that guys use when they see a girl, usually with a curvy body type, they think is attractive. The term is commonly used within Twitch streams.

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    62. What does DTB mean on TikTok?

    This one has two meanings, depending on who is saying it/who you're saying it about. The ‘DT’ in DTB stands for ‘Don’t Trust’, and the B either stands for ‘Boys’ or ‘Bitches’.

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    63. What does Body Count mean on TikTok?

    There’s two different meanings for ‘body count’. The first refers to the number of people that have been killed in a real life event or in a film, TV show or game. The other mean refers to the number of people someone has had sex with. When you see someone asking about another persona’s body count, they’re usually referring to the question about sex.

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    64. What does NPC mean on TikTok?

    NPC stands for Non-Playable Character. The term refers to characters in video games that you interact with within in the game, that are not controlled by another player. When someone calls someone an NPC in real life, they are implying that they are “unable to think objectively” and continually repeat and regurgitate 'information' that's been fed to them by someone else.

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    65. What does FFR mean on TikTok?

    There’s a couple of meanings for this one on the platform. FFR stands for ‘For F--king Real’. It’s also part of the lyrics to Nicki Minaj’s song ‘Super Freaky Girl’. The FFR part comes from the chorus when Nicki raps: “He want a F (F) R (R) E—A—K.” The second F in “FFR” is a repeat of the first F.

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    66. What does HGS mean on TikTok?

    HGS stands for ‘Hot Girl Sh-t’, a phrase made popular by Megan Thee Stallion. According to Urban Dictionary, the phrase is “used to describe female behaviour that exudes confidence and a carefree attitude, indicating self awareness of how attractive she is.”

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    67. What does NNN mean on TikTok?

    If you've come across any videos using 'NNN' in the caption or the hashtags, then that person is probably referencing 'No Nut November'. The trend pops up every year, with people abstaining from sex and masturbation in November as a challenge. There's several factors to the challenge, but ultimately, it all boils down to one golden rule: Absolutely no 'nutting' a.k.a. ejaculating.

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    68. What does Rizz mean on TikTok?

    “Rizz” refers to someone’s ability to attract a love interest. So if someone says you have “rizz”, it means your flirt game is strong. The term was popularised on the internet by Twitch streamer and YouTuber Kai Cenat. There’s also several different types of "Rizz" but “unspoken rizz” is the rarest and most powerful.

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    69. What does Dupe mean on TikTok?

    In internet culture, ‘Dupe’ is a prominent word used by beauty influencers to describe a cheaper, more affordable alternative to a high-end product. The word has now trickled into meme culture and ‘DOOP!’ has become a hilarious meme of its own thanks to the cost of living crisis. Riffing off the beauty influencers, Gen Z are now rebranding ‘knock-offs’ and completely random objects as ‘doops’ for things that are well known and expensive to buy outright.

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    70. What does LMR mean on TikTok?

    The meaning behind all those LMR comments on TikTok is pretty simple, and it means the same thing across all social media platforms. LMR simply stands for 'Like My Recent'. Users typically comment LMR on other popular videos in order to drive likes and engagement to their newest posts.

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    71. What does OBCD mean on TikTok?

    OBCD is another way of saying obesity. The term appears to have become popular thanks to YouTuber Nikocado Avocado. In a viral video that’s been doing the rounds on TikTok, Nikocado can be seen showing off his pantry, explaining that his OCD prompted him to display everything in an organised manner. Behind the camera, someone then says, “You mean your OBCD?” referring to Nikocado’s weight.

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    72. What does IJBOL meaning on TikTok?

    If you thought IJBOL was a Korean slang term that had made its way into the wider Twittersphere, you’re not the only one… Users have been confused by the latest acronym but it actually has a really simple meaning. For those Gen Z users who think LOL and LMAO have lost their true meaning or have become deeply uncool to use on social media these days, IJBOL has arrived as an “even funnier” alternative. IJBOL actually stands for ‘I Just Burst Out Laughing’/‘I Just Bust Out Laughing’.

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    73. What does RCTA mean on TikTok?

    You may have come across the phrases ‘Exposing RCTAs’ or ‘End RCTAs’ on TikTok recently. RCTA stands for ‘Race Change To Another‘, and the trend – which has been deemed problematic – is being called out by users on the platform. The term references people who were born as one race but now identify as another race. A similar term is ECTA, which means ‘ethnicity change to another.’

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    74. What does Pookie mean on TikTok?

    'Pookie' has been popping up a lot on TikTok recently, and the meaning behind the term is pretty simple: It's just a term of endearment used to describe something cute. You might have come across various TikTok comments or captions describing someone as 'so pookie', which basically just means they think the person is adorable!

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    75. What does Glazing mean on TikTok?

    ‘Glazing’ has now trickled over from the Twitch stream chats and into the TIkTok comments, but what does it mean? To ‘glaze’ someone would mean to over-praise and over-compliment them, similar to – as Urban Dictionary puts it – ‘dickriding’ and being a ‘kiss-ass’.

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    76. What does PMTTWAMOWM mean on TikTok?

    Over the past few months, the acronym PMTTWAMOWM has been popping up on TikTok all over the place – mostly on thirsty fan edits. But does does it stand for? Well, it means “Pin me to the wall and make out with me”. The acronym also sometimes varies, with the phrase starting with the standard PMTTWA ("Pin me to the wall and..."), before switching up the letters at the end depending on what the person wants the other one to do to them.

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    77. What does Fanum Tax mean on TikTok?

    If you’ve come across the ‘Sticking Out My Gyat for the Rizzler’ song on TikTok, then you’re probably wondering what ‘Fanum Tax’ means… ‘Fanum Tax’ was popularised on Kai Cenat’s Twitch streams, and stems from streamer Fanum stealing his food and then leaving with it. It basically just means someone wants to ‘yoink’ your food, similar to the ‘food tax’ term that has been going viral on the platform. The phrase has now been generalised to mean 'to steal something'.

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    78. What does Edge mean on TikTok?

    You may have seen thousands of “Vivek I edge to you” comments on TikTok recently, but what does it mean? ‘Edging’ is a sexual technique where someone will think about something else (usually non-sexual) in order to prevent them from climaxing. In this case, Gen Z users are trolling 2024 Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, after he said he wanted to raise the voting age in the US to 25. It’s an ironic tactic used to annoy him and flood his comments.

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    79. What does Roman Empire mean on TikTok?

    The Roman Empire trend started when women started asking the men in their lives how often they think of the Roman Empire because the answers would be “surprising”. This then spiralled into a wider trend where people began sharing the things they think about 24/7, whether it’s a true crime case, a particular celebrity beef or a particular episode of TV.

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    80. What does DDD mean on TikTok?

    You’ve heard of NNN (No Nut November), now get ready for DDD, which stands for ‘Destroy Dick December’. In response to the NNN trend, which sees people abstain from sex and masturbation throughout the month of November, internet users (mainly men) have now come up with DDD which, as you can imagine, is the complete opposite of what happens in November. So if you’ve wondering why DDD begins to start popping up on November 30th and December 1st, now you know…

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    81. What does PTSO mean on TikTok?

    There’s a handful of things that PTSO could mean on the internet, but the most common TikTok use of the phrase is ‘Put That Sh*t On.’ PTSO is a compliment used to hype someone up. If someone comments PTSO or tells you that you’re ‘putting that sh-t on’, it means they think you’re dressed well and have style.

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    82. What does Delulu mean on TikTok?

    This one is pretty simple: ‘Delulu’ just means delusional. It’s just a ‘girly pops’ way of joking about being delusional when it comes to literally anything, but mostly self-confidence. It’s not a self-deprecating thing, but more of a “who cares” confidence boosting thing. The term is said to have originated within the K-pop fandom, and has now become part of the wider TikTok lexicon. In one viral video posted by Moses Wong, the term is summed up perfectly: “In this generation, I believe that being delusional is one of the key factors to be happy. Remember guys, staying delulu is the solulu (solution). Think positive.”

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    83. What does Standing on Business mean on TikTok?

    ‘Standing on business’, according to Urban Dictionary, means to “take care of your responsibilities, practice what you preach, or show that you mean what you say/you can back up your claims”. When someone says they’re ‘standing on business’, it means that they are handling their stuff and not messing around. They are “about their grind.”

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    84. What does Mog mean on TikTok?

    Mog means to be significantly more attractive than someone or something else. Apparently, you can also “mog” others by being taller, having a strong jawline or dressing well. Mogging is the act of being “superior” in physical appearance or overall attractiveness than others. The term has popped up in edits of celebrities that people think are the more attractive than the others in the video.

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    85. What does WPS mean on TikTok?

    There’s countless meanings for the WPS initials online (Wifi-Protected Setup, anyone?) but on TikTok, this shortened phrase actually means White People Sh-t or White Person Sh-t. TikTokers have flagged unusual/questionable things that they believe white people seem to exclusively do.

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    86. What does FYM mean on TikTok?

    So, you’ve heard of FYP… but what about FYM. Well, it’s a bit more explicit than the For You Page. FYM stands for ‘F--k You Mean’ and it’s literally just a shortened way of saying “What the f--k do you mean?” Simple as that!

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    87. What does Opp mean on TikTok?

    If you see someone talking about their “opps” on TikTok, it means they’re talking about their opposition a.k.a. their enemies. An “opp” can be anything from a genuine personal enemy or a lighthearted joke about a parent who won’t let you do something or an imaginary hater.

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    88. What does Mewing mean on TikTok?

    Mewing is a beauty craze that thousands of TikTok users deploy in videos in order to change the profile of their neck and chin. The technique involves "the process of placing the tongue at the roof of the mouth and applying pressure to cause changes to the jawline.”

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    89. What does Coquette mean on TikTok?

    The coquette aesthetic has completely taken over TikTok, but what does it mean? The actual definition of ‘coquette’ is “a woman who flirts lightheartedly with men to win their admiration and affection”. But the TikTok trend basically encapsulates everything idyllic, dainty, feminine and romantic. Think little pink bows on everything and vintage, summery fashion.

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    90. What does STTM mean on TikTok?

    If you’ve seen the letters STTM and are wondering what it means, here’s your answer. It literally just means ‘Stop talking to me’.

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    91. What does FW mean on TikTok?

    On TikTok, FW is the abbreviated way of saying you ‘f—k with’ something. If you ‘f—k with’ something, it means you agree with it, you like it, you appreciate it and/or you’re down with it. It’s a very positive sentiment. It can also be used to express how much you like or appreciate someone, so if someone says they ‘fw you’, that’s a good thing!

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    92. What does e/n mean on TikTok?

    If you're on BookTok, or have stumbled across any 'Imagines' on your FYP, you might have seen the phrase 'e/n' in various captions. The term is basically the same as the popular 'Y/N' (your name) term in creative writing and fanfiction. E/N, in this instance, means 'enemy name'. So, if you see 'E/N' in any prompts or 'Imagines', it means readers will replace it with the name of their, or their character's enemy.

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    93. What does Hawk Tuah mean on TikTok?

    ‘Hawk Tuah’ is a slightly-NSFW (given the context) onomatopoeic phrase that was ‘coined’ by ‘Hawk Tuah Girl’ Hailey Welch in a viral street interview. In the clip, Hailey is asked about the one move that makes a man go crazy. In response, she says: “You gotta give ’em that ‘hawk tuah’ and spit on that thang.” So there you have it. ‘Hawk Tuah’ is basically a way of spelling out the sound of someone spitting...

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