neko
Neko is the Japanese word for cat. It can refer to actual cats or to characters in anime or manga that have catlike features. Specifically, the catgirl (a woman with cat ears, whiskers, and sometimes…
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Netflix and chill
Netflix is the popular TV- and movie-streaming service. Chill is a verb that, in this context, means relaxing. Netflix and chill, as a distinct phrase, means to watch Netflix with a romantic prospect, with the… -
nightcore
Named for a DJ duo credited with starting the sound, nightcore is a style of electronic music in which producers speed up the tempo and raise the pitch of existing music, usually other electronic music… -
nomophobia
Nomophobia is the fear of being without a mobile phone or without access to a mobile phone. Though it is not officially recognized as a psychiatric disorder, the term nomophobia is in common use. -
nonbinary gender
Nonbinary gender is an umbrella term to describe any gender identity that does not fit into the gender binary of male and female. Nonbinary gender (also sometimes referred to as genderqueer) people may, for example,… -
nootropics
Nootropics, also known as smart drugs, are drugs or other supplements used by cognitively healthy individuals in an effort to increase their cognitive functioning. -
notice me senpai
I hope senpai will notice me is a phrase inspired by anime and manga. In practice, people who use it tend to mean that they want to be acknowledged by someone they greatly admire. The… -
ohana
Ohana is a Hawaiian word which refers to a person’s extended family, which can include friends and other important social groups. -
okay meme
The okay guy is an image of a downtrodden-looking man that was originally drawn using Microsoft Paint. It’s often paired with red text that reads “Okay.” His face communicates sad, defeated resignation in response to… -
omega wolf
An omega wolf or male can refer to an independent man who succeeds outside of social hierarchies. It can also refer to a weak, unsuccessful “loser.” -
oogle
An oogle is a panhandler who lives on the streets, most frequently a new or unserious one who is perceived as homeless by choice, rather than by necessity. -
oomf
Oomf is an acronym standing for “one of my friends” or “one of my followers.” This is a way to mention someone without directly naming them.