RAW

An acronym that stands for Rules As Written. Used to explain something as it written in the rules of certain game.
Opposed to RAI- Rules As Intended, and RAF- Rules As Fun.

(example from Catan) RAW you need to place one road and one settlement.

by Imitationfreak December 7, 2023

Raw Earth

The rarest, rawest of earth. Some the the greatest earth. Amazing, incredible earth, you wouldn't believe it.

We'll have the workers digging digging digging, so we can have the raw earth.

by Ninja_can February 28, 2025

raw

not the sex term
instead, a word used to describe something serious, hard core, or just astonishing

His shoe game was RAW

by pi$$kink April 1, 2021

Raw Dog

When a male actively engages in unprotected sex

Did you hear that Luis raw dogged that stripper? Damn really? That foos a raw dogger

by Eversince October 5, 2021

Big Raw

Big raw is another word for rad or cool.

Damn these waves are big raw!

by JDM 8---D March 27, 2020

Raw Dog

The act of eating a corndog without condiments, such as mustard.

Shit. The folks at Sonic forgot to put mustard in my bag… guess I’ll have to raw dog these 13 corndogs… at least it’s 50 cent corndog day…

by Kong June 21, 2022

Raw-Raw-Raw

The interjection "Raw Raw Raw" emerged in the Okanagan Valley during the early 2020s. Primarily employed among a certain segment of the community, this boisterous utterance served as a precursor to an evening of unrestrained revelry. Once initiated by one individual, the collective repetition of "Raw Raw Raw" echoed through the night, akin to a pack of wolves heralding the discovery of prey. This peculiar custom has become a distinctive feature of Kelowna's social landscape, particularly during the balmy months of spring and summer.

Connotation and Impact

Upon hearing the resounding "Raw Raw Raw," those within earshot are advised to prepare for the ensuing chaos. This spirited call-to-action often signals the commencement of unrestrained partying, often accompanied by excessive alcohol consumption and boisterous behavior. While this phenomenon may be perceived as rowdy or even disruptive by some, it is not.

Regional Specificity

The prevalence of "Raw Raw Raw" is primarily confined to the Okanagan Valley, particularly the city of Kelowna. While the exact origins of this expression remain somewhat obscure, it has undoubtedly become a localized rallying cry, symbolizing the uninhibited spirit of leisure and camaraderie that permeates the region.

Example Usage

"As the sun began its descent, casting long shadows across the cityscape, the boisterous chant of 'Raw Raw Raw' reverberated through the air, signaling the start of another wild night in Kelowna."

Hello, how it your night going?

"Raw-Raw-Raw"

by rawrawraw250 December 3, 2023