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Ellen Gutoskey

11 drag slang terms you should know

Trinity the Tuck, Shea Couleé, Raja, The Vivienne, Jaida Essence Hall, Jinkx Monsoon, Monét X Change and Yvie Oddly in Season 7 of "RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars" Jordin Althaus/World of Wonder/Paramount+

Drag queen culture is exceptionally rich when it comes to language. In fact, many Gen Z and Millennial slang terms, from shade and tea to slay, actually originated in the queer ball scene decades ago. But for every phrase you do know, there may be one that you're not yet familiar with. Read on for 11 of our favorites, from dusted to purse first.

1. Dusted

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