SYL is an acronym that stands for see ya later or see you later. It is used to tell a friend while chatting on an IM network that you'll talk to them later or you'll see them later.
Thanks for your time Sara, I'll be doing the dishes soon so SYL
by samepignosis November 27, 2012
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Acronym for "See you later." Especially effective when you -really- have to leave quickly.
Oop, something's come up. I'll syl.
by Raenis January 3, 2005
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syl is so cool 🧚🏻 ♀️
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Second Year Law.

The infamous hardest year of legal studies involving intense legal training. SYL is formed of four full year papers in Criminal, Contract, Property and Public law. Commonly referred to as 'the worst year of your life'.

It's also infamous for the SYL Law Camp class bonding trip and other activities throughout the year involving excessive drinking, nudity and humiliation.
'What're you doing this year?'

'SYL'

'Omg that's killer!'

'Do you SYL?'

'Why didn't I just choose Accounting? :'('
by pear123456 July 4, 2012
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It's used as a "nickname" for newbies in the Norvegian Military, or organizations like Red Cross.
It's the contrary for "vet", which is short for "veteran"
"Dude, one year in Red Cross? U'r a syl.
I've been going strong for 8, compared to you, I'm a vet.
by Elliken April 14, 2010
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