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cream

What does cream mean?

Slang for money, famous from the acronym C.R.E.A.M.

"Everything he does is about the cream."

Origin

Popularized by Wu-Tang Clan's 'C.R.E.A.M.' — 'Cash Rules Everything Around Me.'

Frequently asked questions

What does 'cream' mean as slang?
It's slang for money or cash.
Where does 'cream' meaning money come from?
It was popularized by Wu-Tang Clan's song 'C.R.E.A.M.,' an acronym for 'Cash Rules Everything Around Me.'
How do you use 'cream' in a sentence?
Use it for money as a motivation or goal, e.g. 'Everything he does is about the cream.'
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