broham
A playful and affectionate slang term for a close male friend or buddy, blending "bro" with the classic name "Abraham" (often via "Abe") or the luxury car brand "Abraham" — giving it a slightly retro, jokey vibe.
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A playful and affectionate slang term for a close male friend or buddy, blending "bro" with the classic name "Abraham" (often via "Abe") or the luxury car brand "Abraham" — giving it a slightly retro, jokey vibe. Broham is the kind of word you drop when regular "bro" just isn't enthusiastic enough. Common in American casual speech, it signals warmth, camaraderie, and a mild dose of goofiness. Often used as a direct address.
What's good, broham — you coming to the game tonight or what?
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(slang) bro, brother; a male comrade or friend.
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