Definition of streetwise Streetwise

/stɹiˈtwajˌz/ - [streetwayz] -

We found 4 definitions of streetwise from 3 different sources.

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What does streetwise mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Adjective

streetwise, streetwiser, streetwisest

streetwise - having the shrewd resourcefulness needed to survive in an urban environment
  street smart, with-it
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  • streetwise (Adjective)
    Having the necessary knack, personality and instinct for survival in rough, urban environments.
  • streetwise (Adjective)
    Possessing a style that embodies the life and microculture located within urban settings, typically in the States.

Part of speech

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  • streetwise, adjective.

Pronunciation

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Sign Language

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