Heat

Heat (noun / US Slang)

(Also heard as: Packing heat, Got heat, The heat)

Definition:

Heat is slang for a gun. “Packing heat” means carrying one.

Where Heat Comes From:

It has been used in American slang for a long time and was popularised by gangster films and crime stories.

How People Actually Use Heat:

Used in crime stories and hip-hop. It can also mean police pressure (“the heat is on”), so context matters.

Is Heat Rude?

It is not a swear word, but it refers to weapons and violence.

Examples in the Wild:

• “He was packing heat when they arrested him.”Meaning: He was carrying a gun.
• “Don’t bring heat to the party.”Meaning: Don’t bring a gun to the party.
• “The movie is full of guys packing heat.”Meaning: The film has lots of armed men.

Similar Slang:

Piece, Strap

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