"powerslash" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: power + slash Etymology templates: {{compound|en|power|slash}} power + slash Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} powerslash (uncountable)
  1. (fandom slang) Slash fan fiction focusing on a romantic and/or sexual relationship between characters of unequal social status or rank. Tags: slang, uncountable Categories (topical): Fan fiction, Romance fiction, Shipping (fandom)
    Sense id: en-powerslash-en-noun-6Sjy1d7G Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: lifestyle

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