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What does "fine shorty" mean?

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Rebecca

"Shorty", also known as "shawty", is a slang term used by a male as a term of endearment for a female or a girlfriend. It was made popular by hip-hop artists in the 1990s. "Fine" is an adjective that means someone is attractive or good-looking, so a "fine shorty" refers to an attractive female whom a male has a relationship with in some way. This phrase is not commonly used today. Ex: She's my fine shorty. "Fly girl" is a slang term that refers to a girl who is really cool and unique. This phrase is not super common. Ex: She doesn't care about what people think, she's a fly girl. "Boo" is another slang term of endearment for a male or a female who is a significant other and it is similar to saying "sweetheart" or "honey". It is more common to use than "fine shorty" and "fly girl".

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