A Latin term, loosely meaning "of the fact". An adjective describing something that exists or happens as a result of tradition or culture. Not normally used as an urban slang term, but as a historical/legal phase
Even after slavery was outlawed by the govrnment, de fato discrimination still existed in many areas.
by D.V.A. October 15, 2003
There are de facto countries around the world, such as Transnistria, Northern Cyprus, and Somaliland, which the world community refuses to recognize as real countries, despite having their own governments, flags, military, and so forth.
Ashley and Tim are in a de facto relationship. Even though they claim to be single, they're always together and have been for over a year. Duh...
Ashley and Tim are in a de facto relationship. Even though they claim to be single, they're always together and have been for over a year. Duh...
by BGMan July 19, 2008
English is the de facto language of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, but gaelic languages are used in many parts. This is so those "not frum rownd ere are ya?" don't know when people are going to rape a sheep. See welsh or wales
by Kung-Fu Jesus May 11, 2004
gentleman 1: yo baby momma gots a fine ass boo-tay
gentleman 2: de facto, nigga
gentleman 1: word, fo sho
gentleman 2: de facto, nigga
gentleman 1: word, fo sho
by StabMaster Arson October 15, 2003
Someone who acts as the leader of the group, without having any votes to assign them to that position. They are the ones who keep the group together and makes all the difficult decisions.
James: So who is the leader of the Mystery Club?
Calvin: While nobody put it up for vote, David is the one who acts as the de facto leader of the group.
Calvin: While nobody put it up for vote, David is the one who acts as the de facto leader of the group.
by Daviddv0601 October 6, 2017
PETA rep: You should become vegan, hurting animals is bad.
De facto vegetarian: I'm too broke and lazy to cook meat, all I eat is pasta.
De facto vegetarian: I'm too broke and lazy to cook meat, all I eat is pasta.
by aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaanonymous January 25, 2011