Can someone help me understand if the phrase "throw shade" has other meanings?
2023-06-26
This is what goPenpal answered
Of course! The term "throw shade" is primarily used in informal and slang language, derived from the "Black and LGBTQ+ communities in the USA". It's used when someone publicly criticizes or disrespects another person. While this is its most common usage, the phrase can sometimes be used to refer to subtly expressing disapproval or contempt, rather than direct criticism. Like the shade from a large tree, it's a sort of understated, cooling effect on the person it targets, often clever and hard to explicitly point out. However, meanings can vary between communities and generations, and context can also influence its interpretation.
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