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slackness
SLAK-nis · noun · slang
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Origin & Usage
Jamaican Patois use of English 'slack' (loose/lewd) + '-ness'.
People Also Ask
What does 'slackness' mean in dancehall?
It refers to vulgar, sexually explicit lyrics or lewd behaviour, as opposed to 'culture' or conscious music.
What is the opposite of slackness?
'Culture' — conscious, socially or spiritually themed dancehall — is considered the opposite pole to slackness.
Where does 'slackness' come from?
It comes from the English word 'slack' (loose or lewd) plus the suffix '-ness'.
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