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slapper

SLA-puh

Slapper (noun) means a promiscuous or disreputable woman (British slang, derogatory). Example: “The tabloid called her a slapper for dating three bandmates.”

noun
1
A promiscuous or disreputable woman (British slang, derogatory).
"The tabloid called her a slapper for dating three bandmates."
2
Something remarkably large or impressive; a whopper.
"That fish he caught was an absolute slapper."

How to use slapper

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA British slang insult for a woman seen as promiscuous, or informally, something impressively big.

When to use it

The main sense is a crude, derogatory British slang term — avoid it in polite or formal contexts.

Word forms

slappers plural

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Etymology

From slap plus -er; the derogatory sense may derive from Yiddish "schlepper," meaning a slovenly person.

Origin: Yiddish

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Frequently asked questions

What does “slapper” mean?

The word “slapper” means a promiscuous or disreputable woman (British slang, derogatory). In plain terms, a British slang insult for a woman seen as promiscuous, or informally, something impressively big.

How do you pronounce “slapper”?

“Slapper” is pronounced SLA-puh (/ˈslæpɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “slapper” in a sentence?

Here is “slapper” used in a sentence: “The tabloid called her a slapper for dating three bandmates.”

What part of speech is “slapper”?

“Slapper” is a noun.

Where does the word “slapper” come from?

The word “slapper” comes from Yiddish. From slap plus -er; the derogatory sense may derive from Yiddish "schlepper," meaning a slovenly person.

How many meanings does “slapper” have?

“Slapper” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a promiscuous or disreputable woman (British slang, derogatory).

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