This is an old aeronautical radio term. Radio signal strength and clarity were measured on a scale of 1 to 5. Today the term "Loud and Clear" is preferred to "5 by 5".
In slang use "5 by 5" means things are well, good, or as expected.
In slang use "5 by 5" means things are well, good, or as expected.
by balrog May 16, 2003
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Did you hear Destinee has a new boyfriend she found in the streets? Yes, she is a hobosexual, my friend.
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