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the byproduct of smelting ore that forms a glass-like material, often found as a residue in mining and metalworking activities
a woman regarded as promiscuous or morally loose
BritishWhat is the origin of the term "slag" and how is it used?
"Slag" is a slang term used to describe a woman regarded as promiscuous or morally loose. It originated in British English in the early 20th century, borrowing from the metallurgical term "slag" (the waste residue from smelting) to metaphorically suggest worthlessness or impurity. The term has long been highly derogatory and gendered, used in informal, hostile, or judgmental contexts to shame women for their sexual behavior. It is never neutral and carries strong moral condemnation.
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