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to pwn
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to completely defeat a rival or opponent, particularly in a video game
Slang
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
pwn
3rd person singular
pwns
Present participle
pwning
Past simple
pwned
Past participle
pwned
What does "pwn" mean?
Pwn is a slang term used in gaming that means to defeat an opponent, often in a way that is seen as overwhelming or effortless. It originated from a misspelling of the word 'own,' meaning to defeat or control. In gaming culture, pwn is often used to boast about superior skill or to mock an opponent after a significant victory. The term is widely used in online multiplayer games and can be part of playful competition or trash talk.
Examples
I pwned them in the game last night.
