raphead
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Meaning · English
A fan of rapping or rap music.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
British rapheads do not usually have a great appreciation for rap acts with a pop edge. And having credits that include a stint MCing for Belgium’s hugely successful pop-dance group Technotronic is something that’s best not mentioned in hip-hop circles.
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 “raphead” mean?
A fan of rapping or rap music.
Is “raphead” formal or informal?
raphead is generally slang.