dick pic: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
C2Vulgar, Slang, Informal
Quick answer
What does “dick pic” mean?
A photograph of a man's penis, typically unsolicited and sent digitally.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
A photograph of a man's penis, typically unsolicited and sent digitally.
A form of self-produced explicit imagery, often associated with digital sexual harassment, bragging, or courtship attempts via messaging platforms. The term carries strong connotations of poor judgment and violation of social norms.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
The term is understood and used identically in both varieties. The slang component 'dick' is common in both. No significant lexical or grammatical variation exists.
Connotations
Equally strong negative connotations in both cultures, associated with digital misconduct, lack of consent, and social ineptitude.
Frequency
Comparably frequent in digital/social media discourse in both the UK and US.
Grammar
How to Use “dick pic” in a Sentence
[Someone] sent [someone] a dick pic.[Someone] got sent a dick pic.The dick pic was unsolicited.Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “dick pic” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- He got banned for trying to dick-pic a stranger.
- I can't believe he dick-pic'd her.
American English
- He got blocked for dick-picking her.
- Don't be that guy who dick-pics.
adverb
British English
- He messaged her dick-pic-ally, without any warning.
American English
- He acted totally dick-pic-ly by sending that.
adjective
British English
- It was a classic dick-pic move, utterly predictable.
- The dick-pic epidemic on the app is out of control.
American English
- That was such a dick-pic thing to do.
- He's got a real dick-pic energy about him.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Never appropriate. Might appear in discussions of HR policy, cybersecurity, or workplace harassment training.
Academic
Used in research on digital sociology, gender studies, cybercrime, or online communication ethics.
Everyday
Common in informal discussions about online dating, social media experiences, or as a topic of complaint/judgment.
Technical
Not a technical term. May appear in the context of content moderation algorithms or legal discussions of online harassment.
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “dick pic”
- Using it in formal writing.
- Misspelling as 'dic pic' or 'dickpick'.
- Assuming it has a neutral or positive connotation.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
The term itself is not a classic swear word, but it contains the vulgar slang 'dick'. It is considered highly informal, offensive, and inappropriate for polite or formal contexts.
Yes, in the context of consensual sexting between partners, the image could technically be called a 'dick pic', but the term is so strongly associated with unsolicited sending that phrases like 'explicit photo' or 'sext' are more likely used in consensual contexts.
In many jurisdictions, sending an unsolicited dick pic is increasingly being classified as a form of sexual harassment or 'cyberflashing' and can be a criminal offence, leading to fines or even imprisonment. Laws vary by country and region.
Yes, terms like 'pussy pic' or 'clit pic' exist but are far less prevalent in common discourse. The social phenomenon and associated term 'dick pic' are uniquely prominent, largely due to gendered patterns of online harassment.
A photograph of a man's penis, typically unsolicited and sent digitally.
Dick pic is usually vulgar, slang, informal in register.
Dick pic: in British English it is pronounced /ˈdɪk ˌpɪk/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈdɪk ˌpɪk/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “[It's] dick pic o'clock (humorous/sarcastic for when someone sends one).”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think of 'Dick' (the name) taking a 'pic'ture, but it's not his face. This inappropriate photo is a 'dick pic'.
Conceptual Metaphor
DIGITAL COMMUNICATION IS A PHYSICAL SPACE (sending an image is like exposing oneself in public).
Practice
Quiz
In which context is the term 'dick pic' MOST appropriately used?