Clapback

What does Clapback mean?

Swift and witty response to an insult or critique.

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What does Clapback mean?

Definition of Clapback

Swift and witty response to an insult or critique.

When is Clapback used?

People use "Clapback" to respond to criticism or insults with a sharp and clever retort.

Examples of using Clapback

1

Her clapback to the criticism was epic.

2

He's quick with a clapback whenever he feels slighted.

3

I live for her Twitter clapbacks, so savage.

Why we're doing this?

This is the Astrosafe dictionary for Gen Z slang, designed to help adults understand how their children communicate.

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Clapback