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flexin
What does flexin mean?
Confidently displaying an accomplishment or advantage.
"Flexin those exam results, you earned it."
Origin
AAVE verb form of 'flex,' meaning to show off, with roots in flexing muscles to display strength. Took over hip-hop and then mainstream internet slang in the 2010s.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'flexin' mean?
It means showing off your money, things, or success to impress or one-up other people.
What does 'flexin on' someone mean?
It means flaunting your wins specifically to make someone else feel less-than.
Is flexin always about money?
No — you can flex anything: a car, a grade, a relationship, or any accomplishment.
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