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Gen Y / Millennials (1980-1994)Hip Hop & Street Slang
Glow up
Meaning
Gen Y / Millennials (1980-1994)Hip Hop & Street Slang

Literal Meaning

Compound: 'glow' + 'grow up'

Actual Meaning

Personal transformation, becoming more attractive/successful

Context

Used when discussing someone's positive life changes or improvements.

Examples

  • "'She had such a glow up!' (Translation: She became so much better looking)"

Tips

  • Transformation praise
  • Physical or life improvement
  • Before/after
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