What does In-law mean?

Relative by marriage (In-law) For example: "Respect yu in-law dem. (Respect your in-laws.)"

Where does the slang word In-law come from?

In-law is a slang term from Sierra Leone. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Sierra Leone and across Africa.

In-law

🇸🇱 Sierra Leone Slang

Added Apr 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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In-law definition 1

Relative by marriage (In-law)

"Respect yu in-law dem. (Respect your in-laws.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

Word Details

Country: 🇸🇱 Sierra Leone
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: April 2026

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In-law 🇨🇲 Cameroon

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