phan

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Meaning · English

A fan of the American rock band Phish.

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

Phish "phans" compile set lists, take notes on performances and tape-record everything from a section designated for them at each show.

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 “phan” mean?

A fan of the American rock band Phish.

Is “phan” formal or informal?

phan is generally slang.