A "fade" in slang primarily refers to a fight or physical confrontation. It is commonly used in expressions like "catch this fade," which means to challenge someone to fight. Additionally, "fade" can also mean to handle or deal with a situation appropriately, or in some contexts, it can mean to ignore, erase, or get rid of something. In the African American community, "fade" is often used to signify fighting or getting ready to fight. Other meanings include:
- A hairstyle where the hair is short or shaved on the sides and longer on top (a "fade" haircut).
- Being drunk or high when used as "faded."
- To put someone at a disadvantage or cause problems for them.
The term has origins in various contexts, including gambling, but in modern slang, the most common usage relates to fighting or responding to conflict appropriately.
