Meaning & Definition of word "Fag"
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Fag
/fæɡ/
noun:
- 1. A derogatory term used to refer to a homosexual man.
- Example: He was bullied in school for being perceived as a fag.
- 2. A cigarette.
- Example: I'm going outside for a fag.
- 3. A term used in some British English contexts to refer to a male servant or laborer.
- Example: The young fag was tasked with the menial chores in the household.
verb:
- 1. To tire or weary someone or oneself.
- Example: The hike really fagged me out by the time we reached the top.
- 2. To work hard or labor intensely.
- Example: After a long day of fagging in the fields, he collapsed in exhaustion.
Etymology
Originating from British slang in the early 20th century.
Common Phrases and Expressions
fag hag:
A heterosexual woman who associates closely with gay men.
fag end:
The end of a cigarette.
fag out:
To exhaust oneself.
Related Words
cigarette:
A small cylindrical roll of tobacco for smoking.
drudgery:
Hard or dull work.
Slang Meanings of fag
Meaning: To tire or exhaust oneself.
Example Sentence: I'm fagged out after that run.
Meaning: A derogatory term for a male homosexual.
Example Sentence: He got in trouble for using the word 'fag' in public.