Where does the slang word Shadow come from?

Shadow is a slang term from Zambia. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Zambia and across Africa.

Shadow

🇿🇲 Zambia Slang

Added Jul 17, 2025 · 1 definition

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Shadow definition 1

Very dark-skinned person (can be used in a teasing way among friends, but could be offensive).

by KASINARY Admin Elder · Jul 17, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇿🇲 Zambia
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: July 2025

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