Boston slang consists of words and phrases of slang originating from and commonly used in Boston, Massachusetts. Though most often used in Boston, the slang can also be heard in other cities of Massachusetts or even other New England states, though not always as frequently.
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How Well Do You Know Boston Slang? Quiz Questions
"Wicked"
Stupid
Very
Weak
"Spa"
A comfortable place to get a massage
A cool bar to chill out
A pizza, sandwich, and convenience store all rolled into one
"Dunks"
Dunkin' Donuts
Basketball court
Boston Celtics NBA team
"Frappe"
Milkshake
Ice cream cone
Money
"Bang"
U-turn
Quick lunch
Chewing gum
"Tonic"
Fruit juice
Soft drink
Alcoholic drink
"Decked"
Sleeping
Dress nicely
Drunk
Jimmies
Sprinkles for your ice cream
Candies
Hot dog
"Gravy"
Curry
Tomato sauce
Pumpkin soup
"The Sox"
Socks
Punched in the face
The Boston Red Sox
"Southie"
South Boston
Someone who likes the cold
Someone who comes from Mexico
"Cruiser"
Cop car
Cool car
Cool bike
"Bagged"
Plastic bag
To sleep very soundly
Arrested
"The Vineyard"
Police station
Martha's Vineyard
PlayStation
"Statee"
State Employees' Credit Union
U.S. Department of State
State Trooper
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