"The Five" is a reference to the American city of New York City. Modern day New York City was formed by the amalgamation of the five boroughs of Manhattan, The Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn, and Staten Island formed in 1898.
by CoolStoryMat May 21, 2016

by Jordandijinz0rz October 30, 2004

1) a number between 4 and 6
2) the number of fingers on one hand, or a hand slap involving the hand and this many fingers
3) short for "five minutes"
4) the cops...short for 5-0 (five O)
2) the number of fingers on one hand, or a hand slap involving the hand and this many fingers
3) short for "five minutes"
4) the cops...short for 5-0 (five O)
"You better be ready when the 5 roll by..." -Coolio ("Fantastic Voyage")
Nice job on the 7-11 man, give me 5! Now let's hit up this Dunkin' Donuts. Oh shit, the 5 are in there! 5 of them, dogg! Better wait 5.
Nice job on the 7-11 man, give me 5! Now let's hit up this Dunkin' Donuts. Oh shit, the 5 are in there! 5 of them, dogg! Better wait 5.
by Nick D October 13, 2003

by istoleyourboat August 13, 2011

Given as a sign of full approval. Derived from the voting system on Threadless, it's become a show of love for a remark, design, person, etc. Primary use is in the Community Forum, but could extend to the "real" world.
Blog entry: Here's a picture of me with my new mohawk! I may end up losing my job.. but doesn't it look awesome!?!
Comment: $5.
Comment: $5.
by Rock Deputy July 29, 2008

Refering to Highway 5 that stretches from the California/Mexican border in San Diego, all the way up to Canada.
by all4padres June 29, 2008

by MissTake69 July 20, 2020
