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Oh, dude, back in the 1800s, they used to call someone a "nincompoop" if they were acting like a total airhead. It's like the OG way of saying "dummy" or "dunce." So, if you ever want to throw it back to the good ol' days, just drop a "nincompoop" on someone and watch their confusion unfold.
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What was the first slang word?
The origins of slang are difficult to pinpoint, but one of the earliest recorded slang words is "hooky," which dates back to the 19th century and was used to describe playing truant or skipping school.
Where does the word spiffing originate from?
The word "spiffing" is believed to have originated in Britain in the late 19th century. It is derived from the slang term "spiff" which meant a bonus or incentive given to salespeople to motivate them. Over time, "spiffing" came to mean excellent, fine, or splendid in a more general sense.
What is the origin of the word flog?
It is from the Latin flagellate, meaning to whip.
What is the orgin of the slang term main sqeeze?
The slang term "main squeeze" originated in the 19th century and is believed to have derived from the idea of someone being the "main" or primary person in a romantic relationship, likened to squeezing a lemon to get the juice out, emphasizing the close bond between two people.
When did cockney rhyming slang start?
Cockney rhyming slang is believed to have originated in the mid-19th century among the working-class population in the East End of London, primarily among market traders and street sellers. It was a way for them to communicate without being understood by outsiders or authorities.
Why is the 19th century the 1800s and 18th century 1700s and so on?
cause its stupid.
Why did people come to dundee in the 19th century?
because there stupid idiots
What is the Slang expression 'nothing at all' 19th century murder victim?
Sweet Fanny Addams
What are some slang terms for marines?
Marines are known as "leathernecks" from the uniform collars they wore in the 19th century.
Story of Inventors of 18th and 19th century?
GOOD what a crap answer how is 'good' an answer? whoever wrote this is dead stupid.
Where did save by the come from?
Saved by the bell is boxing slang from the 19th century, a boxer can be saved from defeat by the 'end of round bell'
What century is the 1870s?
1873 was the 19th century (1800-1899).
What century was 1865?
18th century
What does playing gooseberry mean?
Gooseberry bush'' was 19th-century slang for pubic hair - hence the old saw: ''Born under a gooseberry bush.''
What century was Queen Victoria from?
Queen Victoria reigned from 1837 to 1901, which was in the 19th century.
What century is 1784 in?
The 1800's is the 19th century.
Who was the person who challenged the lurtheran Christian doctrine in the 19TH century?
max Luther
