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How has the term 'preppie' evolved over the years?

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Published in Daily Trivia

In recent years, young people have begun to use the term "preppy" as slang to describe those who appear clean-cut or strive to seem better off financially than others in a middle class environment. In most regions, especially amongst young people, this usage has virtually replaced the traditional meaning of the word.

 


 

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