slambook

See also: slam book

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slam book

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Alternative forms

slam book

Etymology

From slam +‎ book.

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Particularly: “Why slam? Perhaps because it would have to be slammed shut if the subject of gossip was approaching? Or perhaps from the verb "slam", to criticise?”

Noun

slambook (plural slambooks)

A notebook, passed between students or pen pals, for writing gossip or opinions.
Synonyms: slam, truth book
(Internet) An online guestbook of this kind, where each visitor is invited to write personal replies to a set of questions.
- 2005, Stephen Andert, Donald K. Burleson, Web Stalkers, page 146:
  In classic Net slambook fashion, other members of the list responded to XXX's messages by sharing their own experiences with Pets Warehouse.