girls
Girls (noun) means slang for a woman's breasts. Example: “She joked about needing a new bra for "the girls.”
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Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn informal, joking slang term for a woman's breasts.
Very casual slang; not appropriate in formal or professional writing.
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What does “girls” mean?
The word “girls” means slang for a woman's breasts. In plain terms, an informal, joking slang term for a woman's breasts.
How do you pronounce “girls”?
“Girls” is pronounced gurlz (/ɡɝlz/ in IPA).
How do you use “girls” in a sentence?
Here is “girls” used in a sentence: “She joked about needing a new bra for "the girls.".”
What part of speech is “girls”?
“Girls” is a noun.
Is “girls” a common word?
“Girls” is a very common word in modern English.
Why are breasts sometimes called 'the girls'?
'The girls' is a light, informal euphemism people use for a woman's breasts without sounding clinical or crude. Like many affectionate nicknames, it softens a personal topic with humour and familiarity. It's casual slang, best kept to relaxed, friendly conversation rather than formal or professional writing, where plainer terms fit better.
Is 'girls' as slang for breasts formal or informal?
Strictly informal. It's a playful, colloquial euphemism you'd hear in casual chat, comedy, or among friends — never in medical, formal, or professional writing, where 'breasts' or 'bust' is the appropriate choice. Because it's slang, the meaning depends entirely on context and the light-hearted tone around it.
What is the difference between 'the girls' and 'bust'?
'Bust' is a mild, widely accepted term for the chest and breast area, common in clothing and sizing. 'The girls' is more playful slang for the breasts themselves. 'Bust' suits everyday and semi-formal use, while 'the girls' stays firmly casual, humorous, and best reserved for relaxed conversation.
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