IRL

IRL

Chat abbreviation for In Real Life.

IRL refers to something that is in real life in the real world, as distinct from something which is virtual, simulated or on-line. IRL can also be considered as meaning "not on the internet."

IRL is typically (but not exclusively) used in the context of social interactions.

For more information see:

• http://everything.explained.at/Real_life/ - (In) Real Life explained.