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betty
What does betty mean?
One of the oldest and best-known pieces of surf slang for a surfer girl or an attractive woman around the surf scene.
"A couple of bettys were ripping harder than anyone else out there."
Origin
Surf and skate slang popularized in the 1980s-90s; possibly linked to cartoon glamour figures.
Frequently asked questions
What does betty mean in surf slang?
It refers to a female surfer or an attractive woman around the surf scene. It's one of the oldest and best-known pieces of surf slang.
Where does the term betty come from?
It was popularized in surf and skate culture in the 1980s and 90s, and is possibly linked to cartoon glamour figures, though the origin isn't certain.
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