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lore

noun/lɔː/

SlangRegister

The accumulated backstory of a person, fandom, or running joke.

You need the full lore to understand why that reply is funny.

Similar: backstory, canon

Origin: Old English lār 'teaching'; revived by fandoms and streamers.

Topic: Internet & memes in New words and slang

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