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Dyke Definition & Meaning

dyke
noun
  1. (slang) offensive term for a lesbian who is noticeably masculine
  2. a barrier constructed to contain the flow of water or to keep out the sea
verb
  1. enclose with a dike; "dike the land to protect it from water"

"Dyke" in song lyrics

See how dyke is used in real songs:

  • "I got drunk one time and tried to talk to a dyke"
    Afroman — Girls
  • "Turn a priest into a player, turn a nun to a dyke"
    Boss Hogg Outlawz — Freestyle (Track 17)
  • "And the crack and the pipe, with the wife and the dyke"
    Buddha Monk f/ Bash, Preacherman — Livin' in a City

Words that rhyme with dyke

Usage tips for "dyke"

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Frequently asked questions

What does dyke mean?
(slang) offensive term for a lesbian who is noticeably masculine a barrier constructed to contain the flow of water or to keep out the sea enclose with a dike; "dike the land to protect it from water"
What part of speech is dyke?
Dyke is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does dyke have?
Dyke has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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