1 C1 idiomatic slang
(Slang) To flirt with or pursue someone romantically using confident, charming, or smooth behavior.
"He spent the whole party macking on anyone who would give him attention."
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mack on
C1 slang inseparable transitive
Slang: to flirt with someone confidently and skillfully, using charm and smooth talk to attract them romantically or sexually.
In plain English
To flirt with someone you like, using smooth and confident talking to try to impress them.
What does "mack on" mean?
2 meanings, ordered from most common to least. Color-coded by CEFR level.
2 C1 idiomatic slang
(Slang) To kiss or make out with someone.
"Everyone at the party saw them macking on each other in the corner."
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Usage tip
American urban slang, originating in African-American Vernacular English (AAVE). The verb 'mack' derives from the noun 'mac' or 'mack,' meaning a skilled romantic pursuer or pimp (historically). In contemporary usage, it simply means to flirt or seduce skillfully. Common in hip-hop lyrics and urban conversation.
Words that pair with "mack on"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
somebody girl guy all night skills game
How to conjugate "mack on"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
mack on
I/you/we/they
3rd person
macks on
he/she/it
Past simple
macked on
yesterday
Past participle
macked on
have + pp
-ing form
macking on
continuous
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