adjective

leng

lehng

Leng (adjective) means British slang for good-looking or excellent; a synonym of "peng.". Example: “That new trainer drop is proper leng.”

adjective

British slang for good-looking or excellent; a synonym of "peng."

""That new trainer drop is proper leng.""

noun

Slang for a gun.

"He claimed the police found a leng in the car."

Slang for an attractive woman.

""Who's that leng over there?""

How to use leng

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishUK street slang with several meanings depending on context: as an adjective it means attractive or excellent; as a noun it can mean a gun or an attractive woman.

When to use it

Very informal UK slang, mainly used by younger speakers; not appropriate in formal contexts.

Word forms

lenger comparative, lengs plural, lengest superlative

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Rhymes for leng

eng peng feng heng keng Deng Zeng Meng Seng Teng sheng zheng

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Frequently asked questions

What does “leng” mean?

The word “leng” means british slang for good-looking or excellent; a synonym of "peng.". In plain terms, uK street slang with several meanings depending on context: as an adjective it means attractive or excellent; as a noun it can mean a gun or an attractive woman.

How do you pronounce “leng”?

“Leng” is pronounced lehng (/lɛŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “leng” in a sentence?

Here is “leng” used in a sentence: “"That new trainer drop is proper leng.".”

What part of speech is “leng”?

Depending on how it is used, “leng” can be an adjective and a noun.

How many meanings does “leng” have?

“Leng” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: british slang for good-looking or excellent; a synonym of "peng.".