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meg

n. countable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈmɛɡ// UK //mˈɛɡ// meg Archaic Informal Slang

n. a friendly way to call a woman or girl. You use it when you want to sound warm and casual, like you are talking to a friend.

n. an informal term of address for a woman or girl, conveying familiarity and friendliness. Often used as a standalone vocative or before a name.


SIMPLE

Hi, Meg, how are you today?

CONTEXTUAL

The shopkeeper greeted every customer with a cheerful hello, Meg, to make them feel welcome.

COMPLEX

In the bustling market, the vendor called out to passersby, using the friendly term Meg to bridge the gap between stranger and friend.

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