Verb (Past Tense) | Caught / Alerted
Encyclopedia of British Slang
PINGED
Verb (Past Tense) | Informal | Caught / Alerted
PINGED Pronunciation: /p??d/ Part of Speech: Verb (Past Tense) Severity Level: Informal Category: Caught / Alerted
Definition
Pinged means caught by radar, detected, or alerted electronically.
Usage
I got pinged for speeding.
Cultural Insight
Modern technology-linked slang.
Assessment
Contemporary usage.
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