proper noun
Internet Slang
WSB
DUB-ul-yoo-ess-BEE · proper noun · slang
Shorthand for the r/WallStreetBets subreddit and its culture.
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The abbreviation for r/WallStreetBets, the Reddit community — often described as '4chan with a Bloomberg terminal' — that popularized meme-stock trading and this entire slang lexicon.
“WSB was losing its mind over the ticker all weekend.”
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WSB In A Sentence
WSB was losing its mind over the ticker all weekend.
Origin & Usage
Abbreviation of the subreddit name 'WallStreetBets,' founded in 2012; catapulted to fame in Jan 2021.
People Also Ask
What does WSB stand for?
It's shorthand for r/WallStreetBets, the Reddit community that popularized meme-stock trading and much of this slang.
Why is WSB famous?
It exploded in January 2021 when its members drove a massive short squeeze on GameStop and other meme stocks against Wall Street institutions.
What is WSB's reputation?
It's often described as '4chan with a Bloomberg terminal' — irreverent, meme-heavy, and known for high-risk 'YOLO' bets.
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