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drip
What does drip mean?
Cool, fashionable clothing or an impressive outfit.
"Where'd you get that jacket? The drip is unreal."
Origin
Rooted in AAVE and Southern hip-hop; popularized widely by Atlanta rap in the mid-2010s (Gucci Mane, Migos, etc.). The 'liquid' imagery suggests style so heavy it drips off you.
Frequently asked questions
What does drip mean in slang?
It means stylish, fashionable swagger — having drip is looking expensive and effortlessly cool in your clothes and accessories.
Is drip a compliment?
Definitely. Telling someone they have drip or that their fit is drippy is high praise for their style.
Where did drip come from?
From AAVE and Southern hip-hop, blowing up through Atlanta rap in the mid-2010s before going mainstream on social media.
What's the difference between drip and swag?
They're close cousins; swag is broader confidence and attitude, while drip leans specifically on the clothes, jewelry, and how expensive you look.
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