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frag

FRAG

Frag (noun) means a fragmentation grenade. Example: “The soldier pulled the pin on a frag and threw it over the wall.”

noun
1
A fragmentation grenade.
"The soldier pulled the pin on a frag and threw it over the wall."
2
In video games, a kill scored against an opponent.
"He racked up ten frags in the first round."
verb
1
In gaming, to kill an opponent.
"She fragged three players in a row with one grenade."

How to use frag

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishMilitary slang for a grenade, borrowed by gamers to mean a kill.

When to use it

Informal — mostly gaming and military slang, not standard writing.

Common pairings
frag count frag grenade

Word forms

fragged past tense, frags plural, frags singular

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Etymology

Clipped from "fragmentation grenade."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “frag” mean?

The word “frag” means a fragmentation grenade. In plain terms, military slang for a grenade, borrowed by gamers to mean a kill.

How do you pronounce “frag”?

“Frag” is pronounced FRAG (/ˈfɹæɡ/ in IPA).

How do you use “frag” in a sentence?

Here is “frag” used in a sentence: “The soldier pulled the pin on a frag and threw it over the wall.”

What part of speech is “frag”?

Depending on how it is used, “frag” can be a noun and a verb.

How many meanings does “frag” have?

“Frag” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a fragmentation grenade.

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