Street
buck
What does buck mean?
To get violently energetic, rowdy, mosh-pit-aggressive. Central to Memphis crunk and Three 6 Mafia's whole live-show energy — see 'Get Buck Muthafucka'. Different vibe from 'getting buck wild' elsewhere; in Memphis it's a specific kinetic command.
"Beat dropped and the whole room started buckin'."
Origin
Memphis hip-hop, 1990s; codified by Three 6 Mafia.
Frequently asked questions
What does buck mean in Guyana?
It refers to the Indigenous Amerindian peoples of Guyana; depending on context and tone it can be neutral or derogatory.
Where does the Guyanese word buck come from?
It derives from the Dutch word 'bok', dating to the colonial period.
Is calling someone a buck offensive?
It can be — while sometimes used neutrally, it is considered derogatory in many contexts, so it's used with care.
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