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Rez
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(Canada) a shortened term for a residence or dormitory, especially for students
Slang
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
rezes
What does "rez" mean in Canadian slang?
The structure is a clipped shortening of "residence." It is used in Canada, especially among university and college students, to refer to a dormitory or on campus housing where students live during the school year. People typically say "I'm moving into rez next week" or "Rez life was a great experience." The term originated in Canadian student slang during the late 20th century and remains common across Canadian campuses.
Examples
I'm heading back to the rez after class.
