Hyung

//hjʌŋ// noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    An affectionate term of address for an older brother or somewhat older man.
  2. 2
    An older male member of an idol group.

Etymology

Borrowed from Korean 형(兄) (hyeong, “older brother of a man”).

Related phrases

hyung line

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