IR

IR has 2 meanings
1. What does IR stand for in sports leagues?

Injured reserve

IR is a sports acronym used to designate players who are temporarily or seasonally sidelined due to injury. When a player is placed on IR, they are officially removed from the team's active roster, allowing the team to sign a replacement.

The term is widely used in leagues like the NFL, NHL, and NBA, and it's a big part of roster management, especially during long, grueling seasons when injuries are common. Depending on the league's rules, a player on IR may be eligible to return after a set number of games or be out for the entire season.

The concept of injured reserve dates back decades but has become especially relevant in modern sports, fantasy leagues, and even sports gaming communities. For example, fans and analysts often say a player has been "put on IR" when big-name athletes get hurt mid-season, and it's a crucial term in fantasy football where IR slots help manage team depth.

Example

Did you see the update? Jefferson’s on IR again
No way. He was carrying my whole fantasy team!
Yeah, out at least four weeks. Time to hit the waiver wire
List of teams with players on the IR, are PUP, or are Out
List of teams with players on the IR, are PUP, or are Out

Related Slang

ILInjured list
DLDisabled list
PUPPhysically unable to perform
ACLAnterior cruciate ligament
MCLMedial collateral ligament
ICUIntensive care unit
ITUIntensive treatment unit
NFLNational Football League
NHLNational Hockey League
OOMFGreat strain
NBANational Basketball Association

Categories

Sports Terms
Updated July 8, 2025
2. What does IR stand for in messages?

In room

IR is an acronym that lets others know that someone, usually an authority figure or a person you are talking about, is physically present in the room. People often use it in group chats, texts, or online games to signal that it's time to tone down the conversation. For example, your friend might send "Mom IR" or "Boss IR" as a heads-up that the person is nearby and could overhear or see what's happening.

The term gained popularity in the 2000s and 2010s among teens and gamers, particularly in private messaging or chat rooms where people needed to convey subtle warnings quickly. A related term is PIR ("Parent In Room"), which is even more specific and common among younger users trying to avoid awkward or risky convos when a parent walks in.

Example

yo, did you see what alex posted last night?
shhh. teacher ir
oh snap. saving that tea for after class then

Looking back to see if someone is IR

Related Slang

ITRIn the room
PIRPeople in room
PIRParent in room
RmRoom
WITRWho's in the room
C9Parent in room
9Parent in room
BILBoss is listening
DLDown low
TeaTruth
Spill the teaShare the gossip

Categories

Online Chat
Updated June 30, 2025

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