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Vintage Slang

Vintage slang refers to colloquial words or expressions in the English language, associated with a particular decade. Some examples of this are “catch 22” from the 1970s and “grandstand” from the 1940s.

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What does ASB stand for?

AnswerASB stands for Auckland Savings Bank. Here's a link to ASB's website https://www.asb.co.nz

If Someone you loved died and he appeared in your dream telling you he wanted to say good by what does that mean?

There were probably words unsaid that your inner conscious has a need to say. If you believe in heaven, your lover can hear you so take a day out of you life to tell the one who has passed away all you can. Visit his grave, pray, or have a day of silence and remembrance to acknowledge your own loss and understand that your loved one is in a better place. He will hear you where ever he is, and appreciate the fact the he is not forgotten.

What does it means when idpod says do not disconnect?

That's the meaning of Do not disconnectWell... Just don't disconnect. Or you interested in the reason also?? Bah... So, if you connect your mobile data storage device (such a pendrive or an iPod) the device doesn't know, when will the data flow. If you disconnect your device, while it is written, the data will be damaged. It's because of Windows. If you enable fastwrite (or something similar, I don't use English Windows), the system won't write the datas into the iPod in real-time, instead it will write it later, or (if you run a lot of CPU "eater" programs) before you disconnect your device with safe unplugging (you know, with the green arrow beside the clock). It's because that windows can manage the CPU time more effectively (in theory :) ), if it doesn't have to write the datas immediately.

What are gams?

This is 1920s slang for a sexy woman's legs, as in: "Check out the gams on that dame."

What does Genie stand for?

It is actually an Americanized word that was translated from Arabian Nights. The word genie was originally spelled jinn or jinnie, though those jinns were considerably less trustworthy and much more like trick or treat spirits. If the jinns of Arabian Nights ever met Aladdin's Genie, they would take him out back, mess him up, and take his lunch money. In reality, the whole concept of genie, and jinns, were the Middle Eastern way of thinking of demons, as that is what they really were. Genie is the name of a company (Genie Computer Systems) that develops and sells clinical and practice management solutions to dental, optometric, and medical clinics in Canada.

What does the phrase 'You can't get there from here' mean?

The phrase 'You can't get there from here' is used to indicate that a place is very remote. It could refer to cities that do not have airports and towns that are not close to main roads.

Where does the expression living on the lamb come from?

I am afraid you have mistaken " Living on the land " [ camping out, hunting fishing etc ] or "Living on the lam ." which means you are on the run from some type of authorities, usually the police.

What does ninny mean?

Here is the definition from urbandictionary.com: Shortened version of nincompoop, a silly, idiotic person. can be used affectionately.

Caliban in Shakespeare's The Tempest says ""What a pied ninny's this!" Act 3, Scene 2. ok this is the wrong answer.............

What does pip mean?

A pip can be:

  • a pip can mean p's, in pants too like a texting word

What does HMR stand for?

I believe you're referring to the Hornady Magnum Rimfire cartridge. It is a 17 cal and should never be fired in a gun chambered for a .22. It is faster and more accurate than the standard .22. and is good for VERY small game, like gophers and ground squirels.

What does TLO stand for?

T.L.O. are the intials of a juvenile who had problems with the law. Since she was a minor they protected her identity by using her intials.

What is the meaning of shoot?

Can pertain to the discharge of a firearm, usually when involved in a criminal offense. Can also describe something that is moving fast, like a shooting star. Shooting may also refer to taking a shotin sports such as hockey or basketball, or filming a movie. Then, too, you can shoot the rapids in a raft, kayak or boat.

New Brunswick 1860's?

New Brunswick in the 1860's was mostly constituted of fishermen, farmers, and shipmakers. The land was rocky and not very fertile to frow crops in. There were also a lot of trees and of course, the coast line. A major city in New Brunswick was Fredericton with a population of 28,805. Many of the people from New Brunswick were from French Ancesters, Royalists and Imagrants.

How did sixpence get its nickname?

The Sixpence had a number of nicknames over the years, the most popular being "Tanner", used since the early 1800's.

There are many theories on how the name "Tanner" came to be used, the most popular being it was derived from the Romany Gypsy "tawno" meaning small one.

What was a dog called in 1888?

In 1888, a dog would generally still be referred to simply as a "dog." However, specific breeds might have names that were popular during that time, such as "Terrier" or "Collie." The term "canine" was also used in more formal contexts. Overall, the basic terminology for dogs has remained relatively consistent over the years.

Examples of saying?

"you dont have to hold a position in order to be a leader"

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