(Internet slang, text messaging) Phonetic abbreviation of see you.
(Internet slang, text messaging) Phonetic abbreviation of see you.
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(philately) (used in stamp descriptions).
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(slang) A term of address.
An informal term of address used among close friends or within a social group, particularly in African American and Latino youth vernacular in the United States. Likely derived from 'cuz' (cousin), which is itself used as a general term of address rather than literally. Used casually to acknowledge or address someone in your circle.
(internet slang) , often cloyingly cute.
(informal, Internet, text messaging) , .
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, in a variety of English customary units (examples: cubic inch, cubic foot).
CU means: , in a variety of English customary units .. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than risky behaviour. If your teen uses it, context will usually make the intent clear. A short, curious question about where they heard it is usually all that is needed to know whether to follow up.
CU means: , in a variety of English customary units .. Register: neutral, standard English. A common learner mistake is using the word in a register it does not fit, or assuming a single global meaning; native speakers immediately notice when slang appears in formal contexts, so always check the surrounding register before producing it yourself. A formal-English equivalent (a synonym or descriptive phrase) is usually safer in writing. When in doubt, paraphrase rather than reuse the slang form.
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