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dm
What does dm mean?
Tied to 'slide into the DMs,' the playful art of messaging someone privately, often to flirt.
"He slid into her DMs with the worst pickup line ever."
Origin
Short for 'direct message,' the private messaging feature popularized by Twitter and Instagram. The phrase 'slide into the DMs' became its own viral expression for shooting your shot.
Frequently asked questions
What does DM mean on social media?
It means 'direct message,' a private message sent to one person instead of posting publicly. You can DM on Instagram, Twitter, and most platforms.
What does 'slide into the DMs' mean?
It means sending someone a private message, usually to flirt or shoot your shot. It became a popular, slightly cheeky phrase online.
Is DM a verb or a noun?
Both — a DM is the message itself, and to DM someone means to message them privately. Context makes it clear.
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