Slang of the 80s deserves special recognition for its creativity and the sheer volume of it. From Valley Girl favorites to iconic one-liners, these are our favorite 80s slang words and phrases ...

THE ORIGIN: "Gag me with a spoon" was one of many '80s phrases rooted in the distinct dialect of Valley girls. ... there's no denying that '80s slang remains pretty darn bodacious.

The definition of this '80s slang word is surprisingly involved. Since the term hit three years ago, the media has grabbed on, and in 1986, just about anyone can describe *** yuppie.

Iconic film director Martin, 80, got in front of the camera as he tried to guess the meaning of Gen Z slang words in a hilarious video with his 23-year-old daughter, Francesca.

The definition of this '80s slang word is surprisingly involved. Since the term hit three years ago, the media has grabbed on, and in 1986, just about anyone can describe *** yuppie.

The definition of this '80s slang word is surprisingly involved. Since the term hit three years ago, the media has grabbed on, and in 1986, just about anyone can describe *** yuppie.

The definition of this '80s slang word is surprisingly involved. Since the term hit three years ago, the media has grabbed on, and in 1986, just about anyone can describe *** yuppie.