weinergate
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Meaning · English
A sexting scandal of 2011, involving US politician Anthony Weiner.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The now familiar story not only didn't go away, mainly because it was true, but it also morphed into what came to be called Weinergate, cashing in on the congressman's most unfortunate surname.
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 “weinergate” mean?
A sexting scandal of 2011, involving US politician Anthony Weiner.
Is “weinergate” formal or informal?
weinergate is generally slang.