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dlk

What does dlk mean?

A more tactful shorthand than FLK for a child with an unusual facial appearance.

"They updated the note from FLK to the kinder DLK."

Origin

Reworking of FLK; noted in UK hospital-slang discussion.

Frequently asked questions

What does DLK stand for?
It stands for 'Distinctive Looking Kid,' a more tactful shorthand than FLK for a child with an unusual facial appearance.
How is DLK different from FLK?
DLK is a kinder reworking of FLK ('Funny Looking Kid'), softening the original phrasing.
Where is DLK used?
It's noted in UK hospital-slang discussion.
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