English Explanatory Dictionary

kogal

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A subculture of conspicuous consumption among young women in urban Japan, typified by dyed hair, artificial suntan, platform boots, miniskirts, and expensive accessories.
  2. A member of this subculture.

Pronunciation

/ˈkoʊɡæl/

Word forms

kogal kogals

Etymology

Borrowed from Japanese コギャル (kogyaru, “younger gyaru”) (see there for more), ultimately from English gal.

Synonyms

kogyaru
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