FAMS

What Does FAMS Mean in a Text?

FAMS means "Family Member."

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When I write FAMS, I mean this:

meaning of FAMS

"Family Member"

Summary of Key Points

"Family Member" is the most common definition for FAMS on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
FAMS
Definition:Family Member
Type:Slang Word (Jargon)
Guessability:guessability level 3
3: Guessable
Typical Users:typical user

Adults and Teenagers

Second Definition for FAMS

This meaning was also noted:
FAMS
Definition:Close Friend
Type:Word
Guessability:guessability level 3
3: Guessable
Typical Users:typical user

Adults and Teenagers

Example of FAMS Used in a Text

FAMS
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