Internet
dead
What does dead mean?
Reacting to something hilarious, as in dying laughing.
"I'm dead, that reply killed me."
Origin
AAVE-rooted internet slang where dead exaggerates dying of laughter, often paired with the skull emoji.
Frequently asked questions
What does dead mean in slang?
Dead means something is so funny you're metaphorically dying of laughter, or that you're totally done.
Why do people say I'm dead?
It's an exaggerated way of saying something made them laugh extremely hard.
What does the skull emoji mean?
The skull emoji means dead, as in dying of laughter.
What does dead mean on TikTok?
On TikTok dead reacts to something hilarious.
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