OFC

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Meaning · English

Acronym of original female character (“a female original character”).

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

I strongly dislike the idea of calling one of my OFCs "Mary Sue". It's too negative a connotation, and one that I try diligently to avoid.

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 “OFC” mean?

Acronym of original female character (“a female original character”).

Is “OFC” formal or informal?

OFC is generally slang.