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Slang of the 1920's
The twenties were the first decade to emphasize youth culture over the older generations, and the flapper sub-culture had a tremendous influence on main stream America; many new words and phrases were coined by these liberated women. Many of these are still used today!
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All Wet - describes an erroneous idea or individual, as in, "he's all wet." |
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Bee's Knees - An extraordinary person, thing, idea; the ultimate |
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Berries - That which is attractive or pleasing; similar to bee's knees, As in "It's the berries." |
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Big Cheese - The most important or influential person; boss. Same as big shot |
Blind
Date - going out with someone you do not know
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Dogs - feet |
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Gams - A woman's legs |
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It - Sex appeal |
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Pinch - To arrest |
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Pushover - A person easily convinced or seduced |
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Real McCoy - The genuine article |
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Struggle Buggy - the backseat of a car. A parent's worst nightmare |
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Stuck On - Having a crush on |