General
slice
What does slice mean?
One triangular piece of pizza, the default grab-and-go New York meal. 'Grab a slice' needs no further explanation.
"I'll just get two slices and a can of soda."
Origin
NYC pizza culture; 'slice' as a standalone order is emblematic of New York's by-the-slice pizzerias.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'slice' mean in New York?
It means a single triangular piece of pizza, the default grab-and-go New York meal.
Why is 'slice' so associated with NYC?
It stems from New York's by-the-slice pizzerias, where ordering 'a slice' needs no further explanation.
How do you use 'slice'?
Order pizza by the piece, as in 'I'll just get two slices and a can of soda.'
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