June 12, 2024 6:18 pm
As we all know words come and go when it comes to usage and popularity. I recently came across an article through Reader’s Digest that discussed vintage slang terms no longer in use. The article suggested a return of these words. Hmm, what do you think?
Etymology: A play on “row” (18th century slang for “quarrel”) or “rowdy.” Also spelled, “rowdydow.”
I’m partial to “Row-de-dow” not that I’ve been to many riots lately. I know once upon a time “pigs” were bandied about as a term, but “sheep” for police? “Gigglemug” sounds like something from Willy Wonka, and “fly-rink” and “sauce box” don’t make the grade.
Your votes?
Posted by Pam Webb
Categories: Reflections
Tags: etymology, Reader's Digest, Word Nerds
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“Row de row” has the most promise for a comeback.
By Geo. Raymond on June 14, 2024 at 12:28 am
Yes, especially given this particular political arena.
By Pam Webb on June 14, 2024 at 5:44 am