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bae
What does bae mean?
An affectionate term for a romantic partner, often said to mean "before anyone else." Also literally the Danish word for "poop."
"Movie night with bae tonight."
Origin
A term of endearment popularized on social media in the 2010s; backronymed as "before anyone else."
Frequently asked questions
What does BAE mean?
It is a term of endearment for a romantic partner or crush, popularly backronymed as "before anyone else."
Does BAE really mean poop in Danish?
Yes, coincidentally "bae" is the Danish word for poop, which became a running joke online. In English slang it just means sweetheart.
Where did BAE come from?
It spread on social media in the 2010s as an affectionate term; the "before anyone else" meaning is a backronym applied after it caught on.
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