ussie

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Meaning · English

A photographic group portrait, especially one taken manually (not using a timer, tripod etc.) with a small camera or mobile phone by a member of the group.

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

“I've never taken a selfie before, but I've definitely taken an ussie. […]

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 “ussie” mean?

A photographic group portrait, especially one taken manually (not using a timer, tripod etc.) with a small camera or mobile phone by a member of the group.

Is “ussie” formal or informal?

ussie is generally slang.