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Meaning of word slum from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

slum noun

Meaning : A district of a city marked by poverty and inferior living conditions.

Synonyms : slum area

slum verb

Meaning : Spend time at a lower socio-economic level than one's own, motivated by curiosity or desire for adventure. Usage considered condescending and insensitive.

Example : Attending a motion picture show by the upper class was considered sluming in the early 20th century.

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