What Does SLM Mean in a Text?
The Quick Answer
SLM means "Salam" (a common greeting in Muslim countries) and "Socially Limiting Maneuver."Salam
SLM is often used in text messaging and online chat amongst Arabic speakers and other Muslims as an abbreviation of the word "salam" (sometimes spelled "salaam"). Salam literally means "peace." It is used as a general greeting, similar to "hello."Socially Limiting Maneuver
When used to mean "Socially Limiting Maneuver," an SLM is an act that has a negative result on a person's image or their ability to socialize. For example:- Tony: I've updated my relationship status on Facebook to show that Sam and I are serious.
- Jordan: Whoa! That's an SLM if ever I saw one!
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When I write SLM, I mean this:
![meaning of SLM](../x-images/SLM.png)
"Salam"
Summary of Key Points for First Definition of SLM
"Salam" (Peace or Hello) is a common definition for SLM on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.SLM | |
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Definition: | Salam |
Type: | Abbreviation |
Guessability: | ![]() 3: Guessable |
Typical Users: | ![]() Adults and Teenagers |
Summary of Key Points for Second Definition of SLM
"Socially Limiting Maneuver" is another common definition for SLM.SLM | |
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Definition: | Socially Limiting Maneuver |
Type: | Abbreviation |
Guessability: | ![]() 3: Guessable |
Typical Users: | ![]() Adults and Teenagers |
Example of SLM Used in a Text
SLM
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