On TikTok, you might have noticed the term ‘304′ being referenced or used as a hashtag in some videos. But what does it mean?
TikTok is a social media platform used by people of all ages, which means that talking about inappropriate subject matters can lead to your account getting suspended or deleted.
Due to the app’s strict moderating rule, creators and users have come up with unique terms and codewords to discuss more taboo or adult-themed topics.
One of the most popular terms on TikTok is ‘accountant,’ which is used to refer to people in the adult entertainment industry. The slang blew up after “struggling actor” Rocky Paterra explained in a song why he prefers to tell people he’s an accountant rather than having to explain what he actually does.
Now, another codeword known as ‘304′ is making the rounds on the app, and many users aren’t sure what it means. Here’s what you should know next time you see the term on TikTok.
What is 304 on TikTok?
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A 304 is a term used to refer to a promiscuous woman or sex worker. If you type the number 304 into an old-school LED calculator and flip it upside down, it should look like the word “h*e,” which some use as a slang word for the profession.
The top Urban Dictionary definition for 304 states that it’s “a way you can call a thot or b*tch a h*e without actually calling her that.”
However, the term on TikTok is primarily used by women themselves and does not seem to carry a negative connotation.
Since the short-form video app has banned certain words or phrases, a TikTok community known as ‘304tok’ has emerged, providing a space for sex workers to discuss their experiences, answer questions and educate people.