slambook

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See also: slam book

English[edit]

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Etymology[edit]

slam +‎ book

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Particularly: “Why slam? Perhaps because it would have to be slammed shut if the subject of gossip was approaching? Or perhaps from the verb "slam", to criticise?”

Noun[edit]

slambook (plural slambooks)

  1. A notebook, passed between students or pen pals, for writing gossip or opinions.
    Synonyms: slam, truth book
  2. (Internet) An online guestbook of this kind, where each visitor is invited to write personal replies to a set of questions.
    • 2005, Stephen Andert, Donald K. Burleson, Web Stalkers, page 146:
      In classic Net slambook fashion, other members of the list responded to XXX's messages by sharing their own experiences with Pets Warehouse.
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