slannish

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Meaning · English

Like a science fiction fan; characteristic of or pertaining to a science fiction fan.

Register: dated, slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

To err is human and slannish too, / But we can correct our mistakes with u.

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 “slannish” mean?

Like a science fiction fan; characteristic of or pertaining to a science fiction fan.

Is “slannish” formal or informal?

slannish is generally dated, slang.