How offensive is it to call someone a "slag" in British English?
slag - loose woman or treacherous man - the common association is with slag meaning the dross which separates during the metal ore (typically iron) smelting process. In fact the iron smelting …
How serious an insult is "wanker" in British English? [NSFW]
@Snubian: It certainly is a fascinating topic. My personal theory on that (based on little hard evidence, but seems plausible) is that it's related to the use of strong insults between friends: …
Etymology of "Buff" and "Nerf" as used in video-game slang
Oct 20, 2010 · Wikipedia gives info on origin and context of both terms: Nerf (computer gaming): In video gaming a nerf is a change to a game that reduces the desirability or effectiveness of a …
"Screw" slang terms — are any socially acceptable?
Jan 1, 2022 · There are a number of slang terms that use the term "screw". Pulling from an answer on this site:. screw-based [slang terms] abound: you can screw something up (mess it …
"Sl*t" term for males - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange
Aug 13, 2011 · I don't know why @Monica says "slob" applies to both sexes. I often hear (particularly younger) people apply "slut" (and "slag") to males, but I rarely hear "slob" applied …
What exactly is "I'mma?" - English Language & Usage Stack …
Oct 10, 2013 · In 2010, linguist Neal Whitman wrote it's the Prime Time for "Imma" commenting on its use in pop lyrics.. In fact, this Imma (also spelled I'ma, I'mma, Ima, and I'm a) is not the …
Why is “bloody” considered offensive in the UK but not in the US?
Jul 22, 2022 · Here’s the OED’s comment on the origins: The origin is not quite certain; but there is good reason to think that it was at first a reference to the habits of the ‘bloods’ or aristocratic …
What do you call the male equivalent to Cougar (woman)?
Jul 4, 2024 · What is the male equivalent to the term "cougar"? Clarifying ... The term "cougar" describes an older woman seeking younger men. So a male equivalent …
Non-medical or slang synonyms for female reproductive organs
Oct 11, 2015 · Fear not using the word cunt, since it was not considered taboo in public speech until 15c.. cunt (n.) "female intercrural foramen," or, as some 18c. writers refer to it, "the …
Where does the slang adjective “peng” come from?
here's one definition of peng. Adj. 1. The best, great, excellent, often heard with reference to drugs. E.g."This weed is peng!"