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frig

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Frig (verb) means Vulgar slang: used as a milder alternative to a stronger swear word, often to express annoyance. Example: “Frig, I forgot my keys again.”

verb

Vulgar slang: used as a milder alternative to a stronger swear word, often to express annoyance.

"Frig, I forgot my keys again."

To fiddle or mess around with something, often followed by "about" or "around."

"Be sensible; you’re just frigging about now."

"Stop frigging about and get to work."

How to use frig

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA crude filler word used for emphasis or frustration, or informally, to fidget or tinker with something.

When to use it

Vulgar slang; avoid in formal or professional contexts.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Plural: frigs, friges
Third person singular: frigs
Past tense: frigged

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Etymology

From Middle English friggen (“to quiver”), perhaps from Old English *frygian (“to rub, caress”), related to Old English frēogan, frīgan (“to love, release, embrace, caress”), frīge (pl., “love”). Compare also Faroese fríggj (“erotocism, sex, flirtation”), Old English ġefrīgian (“to embrace”). More at free. Alternative etymology derives frig (Early Modern English frigge), from Middle English frikien (“to keep (the arms and hands) in constant motion”), from Old English frician (“to dance”).

Origin: Middle English

Synonyms

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Rhymes for frig

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Frequently asked questions

What does “frig” mean?

The word “frig” means vulgar slang: used as a milder alternative to a stronger swear word, often to express annoyance. In plain terms, a crude filler word used for emphasis or frustration, or informally, to fidget or tinker with something.

How do you pronounce “frig”?

“Frig” is pronounced frihg (/fɹɪɡ/ in IPA).

How do you use “frig” in a sentence?

Here is “frig” used in a sentence: “Frig, I forgot my keys again.”

What part of speech is “frig”?

“Frig” is a verb.

How many meanings does “frig” have?

“Frig” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: vulgar slang: used as a milder alternative to a stronger swear word, often to express annoyance.

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