What Does Oz/oz Mean in a Text?
The Short Answer
When used in a text, Oz means "Australia" and oz means "ounce."More Details
The abbreviations "Oz" and "oz" both have different meanings depending on capitalization and context:"Oz" (Capitalized)
"Oz" is a common slang abbreviation for Australia. It is derived from the pronunciation of "Aus" in the word "Australia." For example:
- Q: What's the difference between a jumbo jet and an Englishman?
- A: The jumbo stops whining when it lands in Oz.
- Immigration Officer: Welcome to Oz. Do you have a criminal record?
- Englishman: No, sorry. Is that still required?
"oz" (Lowercase)
When typed in lowercase, "oz" is the standard abbreviation for an ounce, a unit of weight in the imperial and US customary systems. In the context of illegal drugs, it is a common unit of measurement used in the sale and distribution of substances like marijuana, cocaine, and other illicit drugs. For example:
- Get me an oz of weed.
- This drink contains 12 oz of liquid.
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"Oz" = Australia. "oz" = ounce.
Summary of Key Points
| Oz | |
|---|---|
| Definition: | Australia |
| Type: | Abbreviation |
| Guessability: |  1: Easy to guess |
| Typical Users: |  Adults and Teenagers |
| oz | |
|---|---|
| Definition: | Ounce |
| Type: | Abbreviation |
| Guessability: | 1: Easy to guess |
| Typical Users: | Adults and Teenagers |
An Academic Look at Oz
When used to mean "Australia," "Oz" is a slang term. Slang is informal language that consists of words, phrases, and uses of language that are often restricted to a specific context or a particular group of users. It is not typically used in formal or professional settings.
Example of Oz Used in a Text
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