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lad

What does lad mean?

A boy or young man, and a common way to address a male.

"Alright, lad?"

Origin

Standard English 'lad', a cornerstone of Scouse address.

Frequently asked questions

What does 'lad' mean?
It means a boy or young man, and it's also a common way to address a male.
How do you use 'lad'?
You use it as a friendly term of address, e.g. 'Alright, lad?'
Is 'lad' Scouse?
It's standard English, but it's a cornerstone of Scouse address, often shortened to 'la'.
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