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stacks
What does stacks mean?
"Stacking" means saving up or accumulating money.
"I'm stacking my paychecks for a house."
Origin
"Stacks" for money, with a "stack" meaning $1,000, comes from American and hip-hop slang evoking literal stacks of bills. It's a staple of rap lyricism about wealth.
Frequently asked questions
What does stacks mean in slang?
Stacks means large amounts of money — a "stack" often means a thousand dollars.
Where did stacks come from?
It comes from American and hip-hop slang evoking literal stacks of cash, common in rap.
How much is a stack?
A stack typically refers to one thousand dollars, so stacks means thousands.
How do you use stacks in a sentence?
For example: "he's got stacks" — meaning lots of money.
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