SLANG

Test your knowledge of Victorian slang with this quiz that’s bang up to the elephant.

Shakespeare is the first known citation for over a thousand words and even more meanings—but new research occasionally shows that Shakespeare actually didn't originate some phrases, a trend that will likely continue over time.

Here's how 'Roger' came to mean "received" (and how 'wilco' fits in).

Cowboys in the Old West had all kinds of colorful terms for everyday items, from eggs (‘cackleberries’) to oysters (‘saltwater vegetables’) and beyond.

Here’s a rundown of some Southern slang terms that might be beneficial to keep in mind the next time you’re visiting.

From adulting to doggo, you can thank Millennials for popularizing these slang terms.

The dismissive gesture is a 1990s original thanks to two very different sitcom stars.

The popular piece of workout gear has a pretty insulting name, and it's all thanks to a poet and scholar.

Curious about 1950s slang? Learn about beatniks, backseat bingo, and other popular terms that captured the spirit of the era.

Norway may not seem to have much in common with Texas, but when Norwegians want to express how wild and outrageous something is, they go straight for this state-based euphemism.

You may want to know the ghoulish beginnings of these well-known death idioms before you shuffle off this mortal coil, kick the bucket, or get laid out in lavender.

Discover the vibrant Irish culture through its language and slang. Learn key phrases to use on St. Paddy’s Day and beyond, from ‘craic’ and ‘sláinte’ to ‘céad míle fáilte’ and ‘may the road rise up to meet you.’