1990s Sample A representative portion or example of something larger or more complex, serving to illustrate or demonstrate. Pacman A nickname for someone who excessively consumes drugs, usually pills. T-Boz Nickname stage-name of Tionne Watkins, the distinctive vocalist with raspy charm from legendary R&B girl-group TLC. Y2K Abbreviation referring to the year 2000 and the associated millennial anxiety regarding technological failures. Phat Describing something impressive, fashionable, or attractive, often used for music, clothing, and style. Da bomb Exceptionally impressive, outstanding, or awesome in quality or appeal. Talk to the hand A dismissive phrase used to ignore or silence someone who is speaking or complaining. Cowabunga An exclamation of excitement or enthusiasm, often synonymous with expressions of delight or amazement. Dudette A colloquial term for a woman or girl, typically used informally. Sample Pacman T-Boz Y2K Phat Da bomb Talk to the hand Cowabunga Dudette
