schoolslag

Schoolslag is a pejorative term in British English used to describe a girl or woman deemed sexually promiscuous, often in or around a school setting. The phrase combines "school" with "slag," a crude insult for a promiscuous person, and it is typically deployed as a form of slut-shaming within adolescent peer culture.

Etymology and usage: The term emerged within British youth slang in the late 20th century and has appeared in tabloid coverage, fiction, and academic discussions of gendered policing of female sexuality. Variants include "school slag" and "slaggy," though usage and connotations vary by region and age group.

Context and reception: The term is widely regarded as offensive and gendered, reflecting broader social norms that police female sexuality. Critics describe it as a tool of stigma that can contribute to bullying and harassment. Some discussions view such terms as part of discussions of slut-shaming and misogyny, while others note they can be reclaimed in certain subcultures, though this is contested.

Contemporary discourse emphasizes reducing stigmatization and promoting respectful language; educators and researchers study the term in the context of adolescence, peer dynamics, and media influence.

See also: slut-shaming, misogyny, gendered insults, adolescent slang.