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giving / it's giving
What does giving / it's giving mean?
Used to say something radiates a specific quality or energy, often without finishing the thought. 'It's giving' followed by anything, a noun, an adjective, a whole mood, tells you what the thing is putting out. Comes straight from ballroom's 'giving face / giving body', where what you give is the presence you project.
"That outfit with the boots? It's giving rich auntie on holiday."
Origin
Ballroom phrasing like 'giving face' and 'giving body', describing the presence a look projects. The standalone 'it's giving' exploded on Black Twitter and TikTok in the early 2020s as a way to name a vibe.
Frequently asked questions
What does "it's giving" mean?
It's giving means something evokes or embodies a particular vibe or quality.
How do you use "it's giving" in a sentence?
"That outfit? It's giving main character."
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