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anon

anon

22 9.5
A person who posts online without using their real name
  • noun
  • /əˈnɒn/
  • Jargon
: anónimo
  • anon meeting

I do hope you shall stick around and if not, cool Anon friends.

Examples

  • I assume this is a "drive by" comment, but I will respond anyway, Anon.

    Blog text (3)
  • I know that people on here usually post under anon because it's quicker than signing in.

    Blog text (9)
  • Post no. 44 by anon hit the nail on the head.

    Blog text (9)
  • We shall speak anon.

  • See you anon.

  • Hi Lyn, I am one of your long-time anon lurkers.

    Blog text (9)
  • Many users prefer to remain anon when discussing sensitive topics online.

  • An online forum is often populated by anon contributors who share their experiences without revealing their identities.

  • In the comment section, a few anon posters voiced their opinions on the article.

How Identified

sockpuppet
  • Jargon
3 9.6
anon
  • Jargon
22 9.5

Surface Forms

anon singular
anons plural

Etymology

Anon is short for anonymous, which means 'no name', so an anon is someone who posts or speaks without giving their name online.