cool pose

the scholarly term for being "posted up"; the presentation of self many black men use to establish their male identity

Three Six Mafia: "I'm in the club "posted up" got my arms folded, blunt in my mouth and these haters I'm scoping.

(scholarly individuals would describe this scernario of the men displaying their "cool pose")

by Vicky No-No November 20, 2006

cool-pose culture

The collected behaviors associated with portrayal of cool, disaffected, or gangsta-hip lifestyle. Can be evidenced by speech patterns, oversized clothing, and tude (including, but not limited to, slouching, frequent and prominent gesticulation, and a middle-distance gaze.

The cool-pose culture of urban youth has seeped into the suburbs and beyond.

by Safire May 25, 2006