Slash

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The internet slang termslash” refers to the forward slash (/) symbol used in URLs and social media posts. It can be used to denote a variety of meanings, including combining or presenting multiple concepts or elements, expressing an alternative or additional idea, or dividing different sections or categories. Here are two examples illustrating the use of this term:

Example 1:

I love both chocolate and vanilla ice cream, so I can’t decide which one to order at the ice cream parlor. #IndecisiveLifeProblems. Slash, why not get a scoop of each?
In this recipe, we need to gather the following ingredients: flour, sugar, eggs, milk, and slash any additional toppings you prefer.

Example 2:

I’m torn between going to the beach or staying in and binge-watching my favorite series. Slash, maybe I can go for a quick swim in the morning, then reward myself with a TV marathon later.
When organizing my wardrobe, I like to divide my clothes into categories: slash, tops, bottoms, dresses, and accessories, to make everything easier to find.

Synonyms:
forward slash, /
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