noun Street Slang

Opp Block

/ˈɒp blɒk/ · noun · slang

The block or area where your enemies — the opps — live and operate.

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Definitions

1

Used loosely in rap and online for any rival's home territory you wouldn't want to be seen on.

“Why you posting from opp block, you wild.”
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2

As a flex, claiming to have been on a rival's turf and made it out — a boast of fearlessness.

“Drove through opp block doing the dash.”
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3

The neighborhood, street, or turf controlled by a rival crew or gang. Literally the 'block' of the 'opps' (opposition).

“They got caught slipping on opp block.”
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Opp Block In A Sentence

Bro really took a selfie on opp block 💀
You don't go to opp block to buy gas, use your head
That's opp block, we don't move like that round there

Origin & Usage

Combines 'opp' (short for opposition/enemy, popularized in Chicago drill in the 2010s) with 'block' (one's home street). Spread through US and UK drill scenes and the wider rap internet.

Variants Opps BlockOpp SpotTheir Block
Tags #uk#american#aave#mle#hip-hop

People Also Ask

What does 'opp block' mean?

It's the street or area where your rivals (opps) are based, treated as hostile territory.

What does 'opp block' mean in drill music?

In drill it refers to an enemy crew's turf, and going there or claiming you did is a recurring boast.

What is an 'opp'?

An opp is an opponent or enemy, usually a rival in street or gang context.

Is 'opp block' only used in the US?

No, both US and UK drill scenes use it, with the UK pronouncing it the same way.

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