Crib

What is a crib when talking about where someone lives?

House

Crib is a slang term for a house or place of residence that conveys a sense of personal space, comfort, and sometimes status, depending on the context. For example, a guy may invite a woman to his crib to show off where he lives and the items he owns to impress her.

The term's roots are connected to African American Vernacular English (AAVE) and gained widespread popularity through hip-hop culture. It became especially well-known in the early 2000s thanks to MTV Cribs, a television series where celebrities gave tours of their extravagant homes.

People may use "crib" in everyday conversation, particularly in informal settings, to talk about their own home or invite others over (e.g., "Come through to my crib"). It's commonly heard in rap lyrics, social media posts, and casual speech among younger generations. While initially associated with urban slang, the term has been widely adopted and is now understood across various demographics.

Example

we going down the street to chill. u coming?
later. imma hang back at my crib for a while

Johnny Juzang welcoming the audience into his crib

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Updated March 17, 2025

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