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.