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new jack (iou)



new jack adjectival & noun phr. Chiefly US. L20.
[from NEW adjective + JACK noun1.]
A. adjective. Of or relating to novice gang members or their related subculture; of or relating to new jack swing or its related subculture. slang. L20.
b. noun.
Esp. in African-American usage: a newcomer, a recent arrival, a novice (esp. one who is a member of a street gang or involved in criminal activities). slang. L20.
= new jack swing. Also: a performer or fan of this music. L20.
Comb.: New Jack City an urban district populated chiefly by African-Americans and characterized by violent crime and street gangs. new jack swing a form of music combining elements of r'n'b, soul, and rap music.