ate
What does ate mean?
Did something exceptionally well, especially with style. Often extended to "ate and left no crumbs" — performed flawlessly, holding nothing back.
Origin
From Black and LGBTQ+ ballroom slang, where to "eat" a look or performance meant to nail it completely.
Frequently asked questions
What does "ate" mean?
Did something exceptionally well, especially with style. Often extended to "ate and left no crumbs" — performed flawlessly, holding nothing back.
How do you use "ate" in a sentence?
For example: "That outfit? She ate and left no crumbs."
Where does "ate" come from?
From Black and LGBTQ+ ballroom slang, where to "eat" a look or performance meant to nail it completely. It's generally dated to around 2021.
Is "ate" Gen Z slang?
Yes — "ate" is classed as Gen Z slang on FreeDict. Did something exceptionally well, especially with style. Often extended to "ate and left no crumbs" — performed flawlessly, holding nothing back.