noun
General Slang
kid
KID · noun · slang
A close friend; a homie
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Used to address or refer to a friend regardless of their actual age; being called 'kid' means you're seen as a close pal.
“Me and the kid go way back.”
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kid In A Sentence
Me and the kid go way back.
Origin & Usage
NYC vernacular term of endearment; also used in Boston. Marks affection and familiarity.
Variants
the kid
People Also Ask
What does "kid" mean as slang?
It refers to a close friend or homie, regardless of the person's actual age. Being called "kid" means you're seen as a close pal.
Where is "kid" used this way?
It's a NYC vernacular term of endearment, also common in Boston, marking affection and familiarity.
How do you use "kid"?
You use it for a close friend, often as "the kid," as in "Me and the kid go way back."
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