Lad

Lad (noun / UK Slang)

(Also heard as: Lads, Our lad, Alright lad?)

Definition:

A lad is a young man or boy, or a friendly way of addressing a mate. “The lads” means a group of male friends.

Where Lad Comes From:

It comes from the Middle English word “ladde”, meaning a young man or servant, and has been in British use for centuries.

How People Actually Use Lad:

Said warmly (“alright, lad?”), in groups (“a night out with the lads”) and in phrases like “lad culture”. “Laddish” can imply loud, boozy behaviour.

Is Lad Rude?

Not rude. “Laddish” can be slightly critical.

Examples in the Wild:

• “Alright, lad, how’s things?”Meaning: Hello mate, how are you?
• “We’re going out with the lads on Saturday.”Meaning: We’re meeting our male friends on Saturday.
• “He’s a good lad, you can trust him.”Meaning: He’s a decent, reliable young man.

Similar Slang:

Bloke, Geezer, Mate, Bruvs

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