SMG
What Does SMG Mean in a Text?
SMG means "Sub-Machine Gun" and "Social Media Ghost."Sub-Machine Gun
The abbreviation SMG is used in military and gaming circles with the meaning "Sub-Machine Gun." In this context, an SMG is a magazine-fed, automatic weapon.In the military, SMGs have largely been replaced by assault rifles, though some are still used by special forces and police SWAT teams.
In video gaming, SMGs can usually be found in many FPS (First Person Shooter) and 3PS (Third Person Shooter) games.
Social Media Ghost
SMG also stands for "Social Media Ghost." In this context, an SMG is a person who either does not have any social media accounts or who has accounts, but does not post or otherwise participate.Image for SMG
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SMG also means "Social Media Ghost."
Summary of Key Points
First Definition for SMG
"Sub-Machine Gun" is the most common definition for SMG on on gaming apps, such as Discord, TeamSpeak and Telegram.SMG | |
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Definition: | Sub-Machine Gun |
Type: | Abbreviation |
Guessability: | 3: Guessable |
Typical Users: | Adults and Teenagers |
Second Definition for SMG
"Social Media Ghost" is another common definition for SMG.SMG | |
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Definition: | Social Media Ghost |
Type: | Abbreviation |
Guessability: | 3: Guessable |
Typical Users: | Adults and Teenagers |
Examples of SMG in Sentences
Here are examples of SMG being used in conversations:- Gamer 1: What's the best weapon for this level?
- Gamer 2: I'd go with the SMG, every time. (Here, SMG means "Sub-Machine Gun.")
- Leslie: Are you friends with her on Facebook?
- Helen: I am, but she's an SMG. I've never seen her post anything. (Here, SMG means "Social Media Ghost.")
An Academic Look at SMG
Whether used with the meaning "Sub-Machine Gun" or "Social Media Ghost," SMG is classified as an initialism abbreviation, as it is pronounced using its individual letters (i.e., "Ess Emm Gee"). Initialisms are different to acronyms, which are spoken like words.Example of SMG Used in a Text
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See Also
44 (.44 magnum handgun) GAT (gun) GHOST (leaving) GLOCK (handgun (from the gun makers "glock")) HEAT (gun or guns) HOT TOOL (gun) SUBMARINE (a ghost who reappears in your life as if nothing had happened) ZOMBIE (a ghost who reappears in your life (online or real))Quiz
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