viv

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Meaning · English

vivarium

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

I recently purchased a new viv, however up until now I have not been able to find a background that is high enough for the viv. The viv is 36 inches wide and at least 20 inches high. All the backgrounds I have seen have only been 18 inches high.

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 “viv” mean?

vivarium

Is “viv” formal or informal?

viv is generally slang.