minerals
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
Testicles, balls, especially in the figurative sense of nerve or courage.
Register: dated, slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
He wouldn't mess with me. He hasn't got the minerals.
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).
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Common questions
What does “minerals” mean?
Testicles, balls, especially in the figurative sense of nerve or courage.
Is “minerals” formal or informal?
minerals is generally dated, slang.
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