(railroads) Of or related to priority freight or the trains that carry it.
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(cricket, journalism, metonym, uncountable) First-class cricket, as distinct from limited overs cricket (or "white ball". Mainly used to play tests.
Red ball means: Of or related to priority freight or the trains that carry it.. 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.
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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(police, slang, US) A high-profile high-priority case which draws political or media attention.
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