Slang

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Slang

Slang refers to a type of language that's too informal to use in certain situations.

You can tell a word or phrase is slang when it becomes uncool to use it after a while — like "groovy" or "far out."

Often, slang terms are considered vulgar or offensive to use in polite conversation. However, over time, many slang expressions have become part of our standard vocabulary, as they are more commonly used.

As a noun, slang can also mean "the characteristic language of a particular group of people" like a slang used by computer programmers.

British English Slang – Belly

Meaning – Stomach. The front part of the body between your chest and your legs.

Here is a selection of different types of belly:

1. Beer belly – A large protruding belly that is the result of frequently drinking a lot of beer.
2. Delhi belly – An old fashioned term for a bad stomach caused by visiting an unfamiliar place.
3. Pot belly – A large belly, similar to a beer belly.
4. Yellow belly –Idiom*** – A coward.

You should also be familiar with the following expressions that feature bellies:

a) Belly button – Another way of referring to your naval.
b) Belly dance – A type of solo dance performed by a woman with her stomach exposed. Check out an example of a belly dance on YouTube.
c) Belly flop – A dive into water when you land on your front – which can be very painful!
d) Belly laugh – A deep, hearty laugh.
e) To go belly up – Idiom*** – To go bankrupt or to fail.

Example:
"You need to go on a diet. You have a massive belly!"