moe meaning (slang): definition, etymology and quotations

moe

noun

UK /ˈməʊ.eɪ/ · US /ˈmoʊ.eɪ/

Etymology From Japanese 萌え (moe, “budding, sprouting”), imperfective or continuative form of 萌える (moeru, “to burst into bud, to sprout”).

Lifestyle Slang Strong interest in, and especially fetishistic attraction towards, fictional characters in anime, manga, video games, and/or similar media.

Someone who is pretty or beautiful isn't moe by definition. Moe characters don't always have to be younger girls, but it certainly helps! In fact, moe characters don't even have to be female! As long as they make you feel like you want to hug and protect them, that's enough!2015 December 9, Jankenpopp, “Top 15 kawaii and moe anime girls”, in My Anime List:
Despite its moe roots and preference for hijinks, Bocchi The Rock is a loving celebration of rock music and the joys of being in a band.2023 September 5, Trent Murray, “10 Best Anime Like Bocchi The Rock”, in Dual Shockers, Carole and Tuesday:

Derived terms: figure moe zoku, gap moe, moe anthropomorphism, moeblob, moeshit
Related terms: moekko, moe sangyo, moetan

moe

adj

Etymology From Japanese 萌え (moe, “budding, sprouting”), imperfective or continuative form of 萌える (moeru, “to burst into bud, to sprout”).

Lifestyle Slang Cute, adorable. (of fictional characters in anime, manga, video games, and/or similar media)

Related terms: kawaii, aegyo

moe

noun

Slang A close friend; a nigga, homie or bro.

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