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What Does RU18 Mean?
RU18 means "Are You 18?"Parents beware: RU18 is one of many abbreviations that suggest your child may be part of a conversation of a sexual nature, may be being groomed for a meeting, or is hiding inappropriate activity from you. Check out our page on online grooming for more examples of abbreviations to watch out for.
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When I write RU18, I mean this:
Summary of Key Points
"Are You 18?" is the most common definition for RU18 on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.RU18 | |
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Definition: | Are You 18? |
Type: | Cyber Term |
Guessability: | ![]() 1: Easy to guess |
Typical Users: | ![]() Adults and Teenagers |
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