mall rat
(US, slang) A young person who frequently loiters in a shopping mall, especially to socialize with friends.
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(US, slang) A young person who frequently loiters in a shopping mall, especially to socialize with friends.
“SOTD Sample of the Day - loveshackfancy’s Forever. I know it’s supposed to be gardenia, but the 15 year old Mall Rat in me smells bubble gum. I am elated! #fragrancesky #perfumesky”
“SOTD Sample of the Day - loveshackfancy’s Forever. I know it’s supposed to be gardenia, but the 15 year old Mall Rat in me smells bubble gum. I am elated! #fragrancesky #perfumesky”
— Bluesky· May 2026
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