noun, slang ·Uncommon ·College level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Manner of speaking perceived as typical of a gay man, characterized by hyperarticulated sibilants, wide pitch range, breathiness, etc. slang

   "wow, my fagcent really kicked up this time!"

Synonyms

All synonyms

gay voice

Example

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"wow, my fagcent really kicked up this time!"

Etymology

Blend of fag + accent

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