411

noun

ˈfȯr-ˈwən-ˈwən 

slang

: relevant information : skinny

fiber-optic 411 fed 24/7 in satellite real time

—Jeff MacGregor

Synonyms

• advice(s)
• gen [chiefly British]
• info
• information
• intelligence
• item
• news
• story
• tidings
• uncos [chiefly Scottish]
• word

Examples of 411 in a Sentence

received a call from their daughter, who excitedly gave them the 411 on all that had happened to her since arriving on campus

a guide that will give you the 411 on what's hot and what's not

Word History

Etymology

from the telephone number 411 used to reach directory assistance

First Known Use

1985, in the meaning defined above