Street
on road
What does on road mean?
Active in street life — out hustling, dealing, riding for the gang, or just visibly present on the block. A whole identity wrapped in two words: if you're 'on road,' the streets are your job, your scene, and your reputation.
"He's been on road since he was thirteen — that's all he knows."
Origin
UK road rap / drill, descended from Jamaican Patois influence on London Black British English. Codified by UK drill from the early 2010s.
Frequently asked questions
What does "on road" mean?
"On road" means being out in the streets — hustling, repping, and living the road life.
How do you use "on road" in a sentence?
"He's been on road since he was a teenager."
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