Plural of flossy; people or things that are flashy, showy, or resembling floss in quality.
From 'flossy' (adjective meaning showily stylish or resembling floss) with the standard plural '-ies' suffix. 'Flossy' itself derives from floss meaning something light and fluffy.
'Flossy' as slang for 'flashy or ostentatious' shows how a word about dental cleaning can transform into street slang—language is constantly being repurposed and given new meanings by different communities!
Slang term historically applied to female performers or women in entertainment contexts, particularly in early 20th-century usage. Carries diminishing gendered connotations by associating femininity with frivolity or appearance-focused identity.
Avoid in reference to people or groups. If used historically or descriptively, provide context clarifying it is dated slang with problematic gendered implications.
["performers","entertainers","artists"]
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