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(of danger or something unpleasant) to exist or be present without being obvious or noticeable
to remain hidden or move stealthily, often with a sinister or suspicious intent
wait in hiding to attack
to read online forums, chats, or social media without participating or revealing oneself
What does "to lurk" mean in internet slang?
The structure is a simple verb borrowed from its original meaning of hiding or waiting in ambush, but repurposed for online behavior. It is used to describe reading online forums, chats, or social media without participating, posting, or revealing one's presence. People typically lurk when they join a new community to learn the rules first, or simply because they prefer watching conversations without joining in.
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