Street
ox
What does ox mean?
A razor or knife. Comes from Cockney rhyming slang 'ox and bull' = pull (out a blade), shortened to just 'ox'. Drill rappers use it when narrating shankings and prison-yard slashings.
"He pulled out the ox and left man with a permanent reminder."
Origin
Cockney rhyming slang origin, recycled and hardened by UK drill scene.
Frequently asked questions
What does ox mean in slang?
It's a blade — a razor, knife, or anything sharp.
How do you use ox in a sentence?
"He got caught with an ox on him."
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