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the small projection of a mammary gland
a diet that does not require chewing; advised for those with intestinal disorders
(South African) weak or lacking substance
What does "pap" mean in South African slang?
In South African slang, "pap" means weak, soft, or lacking strength or substance, and is often used to describe something or someone physically or mentally unimpressive. It is used in informal South African English in everyday speech, especially when criticizing food texture, physical condition, or performance. The term comes from Afrikaans "pap," which originally means porridge, and by extension something soft or mushy. In slang usage, this idea of softness developed into a broader meaning of being weak, tired, or ineffective.
(South African) spineless or lacking character
(South African) flat, especially referring to something that has lost air or is deflated
