dev
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Meaning · English
The Devonshire Arms, an alternative pub in Camden, London.
Register: slang
Examples
The Dev was a long-standing favourite, as was Hawley Arms and The World's End, but he found greater pleasure in seeking out the smaller, lesser known bars and pubs.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “dev” mean?
The Devonshire Arms, an alternative pub in Camden, London.
Is “dev” formal or informal?
dev is generally slang.