Published: 2024-04-07T16:59:03 ❘ Updated: 2024-04-07T16:59:15
While browsing TikTok or Twitch, you may have come across the term ‘crash’. Here’s everything to know about its meaning.
TikTok continues to attract new users from around the world every day as the platform’s library of viral content continues to expand.
Like most social media apps, TikTok has developed its own set of slang terms and phrases that are commonly used in video captions, direct messages, hashtags, etc.
‘Crash out’ is a phrase you’ve probably seen pop up on your For You Page at some point, whether it’s been said by someone in a video or written in a comment. If you’re not sure what it means and when it’s used, here’s all you need to know.
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Crash out, also spelled Crashout, is an AAVE (African American Vernacular English) slang term used to define a reckless person who actively seeks change or trouble.
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It describes a person who constantly risks his body, life, and future without regard to the consequences. This lack of respect shows that they feel they have nothing to lose or are deeply ‘broken’.
When used as a verb, “to crash out” refers to the action of engaging in these outbursts of aggressive behavior. On TikTok, incidents are often portrayed in videos and memes as unpredictable and volatile, potentially ruining events and activities due to their volatility.
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The term became popular on TikTok in early 2024, but its origins can be traced back to Baton Rouge, Louisiana. It has been popularized by several local rappers, including NBA YoungBoy.
If any other slang terms or phrases have you confused on TikTok, you can check out our guide here to learn all about the most common terms and acronyms on the app.
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