The structure is a simple verb that has shifted in meaning from "to capture or seize" to "to buy or obtain." It is used to describe purchasing or acquiring something, often clothing, sneakers, merchandise, or limited edition items, especially in streetwear and hip hop culture. People typically say "I need to cop those shoes" or "Did you cop the new drop?" when talking about securing desirable goods.

What does "to cop" mean in slang?

to cop

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It is used to describe the practice of rationalizing spending as justified, minimal, or harmless, such as counting a cash purchase as "free" because it didn't come from a bank account, or returning one item to offset the cost of another. People typically say "girl math" in viral TikTok videos, memes, or casual conversation when joking about spending habits.

What does "girl math" mean in internet slang?

girl math

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The structure is a clipped shortening of "duplicate," removing the middle syllables to create a quicker, more casual noun. It is used to describe a cheaper or imitation version of a designer or high end product, such as makeup, clothing, handbags, or home goods, that looks similar but costs much less. People typically say "This is a dupe for that $50 lipstick" or "I found the perfect dupe" when sharing budget friendly alternatives on social media.

What does "dupe" mean in shopping slang?

dupe

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The structure is a simple noun borrowed from the idea of pulling or carrying a large load, repurposed to describe a batch of purchased items. It is used to describe a collection of recent purchases, often shared in videos or on social media platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, where someone shows off everything they bought on a shopping trip. People typically say "haul video" or "grocery haul" when sharing clothing, makeup, home goods, or food hauls.

What does "haul" mean in shopping and social media slang?

haul

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The structure combines "retail" (the sale of goods to consumers) with "safari" (an expedition to hunt or observe wildlife), forming a humorous noun phrase that compares bargain hunting to a wildlife hunt. It is used to describe a shopping trip focused on hunting for deals, bargains, or rare items, often involving visits to multiple stores, thrift shops, or outlet malls. People typically say "I'm going on a retail safari" when planning an intense, strategic shopping outing.

What does "retail safari" mean in shopping slang?

retail safari

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It is used to describe a purchase made spontaneously or on a whim, without prior planning or careful consideration, often triggered by a sale, attractive display, or emotional state. People typically say "This was a total impulse buy" or "I need to stop making impulse buys" when regretting or acknowledging unplanned purchases. The term originated in marketing and consumer psychology during the mid 20th century, later becoming everyday slang for any unplanned shopping decision.

What does "impulse buy" mean in shopping slang?

impulse buy

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The structure is a reduplicative phrase that combines "look" with a playful "loo" ending, evoking the image of someone peeking or lingering. It is used to describe someone who browses, observes, or inspects items without intending to buy, often wasting salespeople's time or crowding a store. People typically say "Just a bunch of looky-loos today" or "Don't be a looky-loo" when frustrated by non buying customers.

What does "looky-loo" mean in shopping slang?

looky-loo

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The structure combines "pop" (to remove or detach) with "tags" (price labels on clothing), forming a verb phrase for the act of buying new garments. It is used to describe going shopping, often for clothing, sometimes implying a shopping spree or purchasing items with price tags still attached. People typically say "pop tags" in casual or hip hop influenced contexts, famously popularized by Macklemore's 2012 song "Thrift Shop" where "popping tags" refers to buying secondhand clothes.

What does "to pop tags" mean in shopping slang?

to [pop] tags

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The structure combines "thrift" (buying from thrift stores) with "flipping" (reselling for profit), forming a compound noun for a specific side hustle. It is used to describe the practice of buying thrifted clothing and reselling or upcycling it to increase its value or style, often through alterations, cleaning, or rebranding. People typically say "thrift flipping" on platforms like YouTube, TikTok, and Depop when sharing tutorials or success stories.

What does "thrift flipping" mean in shopping slang?

thrift flipping

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The structure combines "retail" (the sale of goods) with "therapy" (treatment for mental or emotional problems), forming a humorous compound noun that treats shopping as a form of self care. It is used to describe the act of shopping to improve one's mood or alleviate stress, often as a way to cope with bad days, boredom, or emotional lows. People typically say "I need some retail therapy" or "Retail therapy always makes me feel better" when justifying unplanned purchases.

What does "retail therapy" mean in shopping slang?

retail therapy

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It is used to describe engaging in excessive shopping, often for hours, until physically tired, usually in contexts like sales events, mall trips, or holiday shopping. People typically say "Let's shop till we drop" when planning an intense day of bargain hunting. The term originated in 1970s and 1980s American advertising and pop culture, popularized by mall culture.

What does "to shop till you drop" mean in shopping slang?

to shop till you drop

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The structure combines "dead" (unused or inactive) with "stock" (inventory), forming a verb from an adjective originally used to describe unsold retail items. It is used to describe storing or preserving clothing or sneakers in their original, unworn condition, often with tags and box, for future use or resale at a higher price. People typically say "I'm deadstocking these Jordans" or "Keep them deadstock" when referring to collectible sneakers.

What does "to deadstock" mean in sneaker and clothing slang?

to deadstock

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Here you will find slang for shopping and consumer culture, covering terms for buying, trends, and the language of retail and consumer behavior.

Cumpărături și Cultura Consumului

Slang englezesc pentru cumpărături și cultura consumului

Shopping & Consumer Culture

English Slang for Shopping & Consumer Culture