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Ace of spades
01
a person who is both aromantic and asexual
Slang
What does "ace of spades" mean in LGBTQ+ slang?
The term "ace of spades" is an informal nickname sometimes used to refer to someone who is both asexual and aromantic (aro-ace). The structure is a metaphor based on playing cards, where "ace" represents asexuality and "spade" is used symbolically to distinguish the combined identity. It is not a standard or widely formalized term, but it appears in some online communities as a stylized or poetic way of saying "aro-ace."
Examples
That ace of spades prefers friendships over romantic relationships.
02
the ace in the spade suit; sometimes taken as a portent of death
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Countable
singular
not gender specific
Plural form
aces of spades
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