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Revision as of 21:44, 13 April 2025
In the late 18th century, English slang was rich with unique terms and phrases that have since fallen out of common use. Here are some examples:
- Dicked in the nob: Silly or crazed.
- Shipwrecked: Inebriated.
- Betwattled: Confused or bewildered.
These phrases were part of a vibrant slang culture that often evolved from the need for secrecy among criminals and the general evolution of language.
https://colonialbrewer.com/2021/07/08/swear-and-profanity-in-18th-century-england/
https://sites.udel.edu/britlitwiki/eighteenth-century-grammars/