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Guzz

(UK, naval slang) HMNB Devonport.

ˈɡʌtsDocumented since 1970s1970sGen Xhistorical215 viewsLast reviewed Jun 29, 2026+ Add a definition
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#1·Apr 27, 2026UK

(UK, naval slang) HMNB Devonport.

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For parents

"Guzz" means hmnb devonport. It is one of many casual words teens pick up from friends, social media, music or sport, and on its own it carries no particular warning. If you hear your teen use it, it is fair to ask what they mean by it in their friend group, since meanings drift quickly. Asking out of curiosity rather than alarm tends to keep the conversation open and useful.

For ESL learners

"Guzz" is informal English meaning hmnb devonport. It is mainly heard in British English (and Irish English). A more formal or neutral equivalent would be something like "hmnb devonport" expressed in standard vocabulary. A common mistake is to assume "Guzz" can replace its standard equivalent in every register; keep it for spoken or casual situations and use the formal form in writing. If you are a B2 or C1 learner, it is useful to recognise this word when you hear or read it, but think carefully about whether the situation really calls for it before using it yourself.

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  • “[Ir para o conteúdo](https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Usu%C3%A1rio(a)_Discuss%C3%A3o:Guzz_Costa#bodyContent) Origem: Wikipédia, a enciclopédia livre. Último comentário: [25 de março de 2021](https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Usu%C3%A1rio(a)_Discuss%C3%A3o:Guzz_Costa#c-GhostP.-2021-03-25T10:09:00.000Z) de GhostP. **Bem-vindo(a), Guzz Costa!** Seu trabalho é importante.”

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"Guzz" means hmnb devonport. It is one of many casual words teens pick up from friends, social media, music or sport, and on its own it carries no particular warning. If you hear your teen use it, it is fair to ask what they mean by it in their friend group, since meanings drift quickly. Asking out of curiosity rather than alarm tends to keep the conversation open and useful.

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Slang is read by different audiences for very different reasons. The For parents view re-explains the term in plain, non-judgemental language so a caregiver can understand what their child means without needing the surrounding subculture. The For English learners view focuses on register (when it's safe to use), formal alternatives, and common mistakes — what a textbook won't teach you.

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