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2. List of English words of Old English origin - Wikipedia

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   This is a list of English words inherited and derived directly from the Old English stage of the language. This list also includes neologisms formed from Old English roots and/or particles in later forms of English, and words borrowed into other languages (e.g. French, Anglo-French, etc.) then borrowed back into English (e.g. bateau, chiffon, gourmet, nordic, etc.).

3. Don't Be a Scalawag: 16 Old-Timey Insults That Deserve a Comeback

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   Old-Fashioned Obscenities You can only use the “F” word so many times before it loses its impact. This is also true of the terms we currently use to insult one another – they’re tired ...

4. List of onomatopoeias - Wikipedia

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   This is an accepted version of this page This is the latest accepted revision, reviewed on 2 December 2024. This is a list of onomatopoeias, i.e. words that imitate, resemble, or suggest the source of the sound that they describe. For more information, see the linked articles. Human vocal sounds Achoo, Atishoo, the sound of a sneeze Ahem, a sound made to clear the throat or to draw attention ...

5. Old-School Slang Words That Really Deserve a Comeback

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   5. Muffin walloper. Used to describe: An older, unmarried woman who gossips a lot. This colorful slang was commonly used in the Victorian era to describe unmarried old ladies who would gossip ...

6. Glossary of British terms not widely used in the United States

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   a synonym of among acceptable in British English while seeming old fashioned or pretentious in American English [15] anorak a hooded coat (US parka); a socially impaired obsessive, particularly trainspotters (US geek, trekkie, otaku, etc.) answerphone an automated telephone-answering machine, from the trademark Ansafone (US & UK answering machine)

7. 50 Old-Fashioned Baby Names That Will Melt Your Heart

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   Old-fashioned uncommon baby names—with their hip and stylish nod to the past—are kind of the cutest. ... an energetic sound and a sweet meaning of “darling,” “pretty” or “beautiful

8. Glossary of French words and expressions in English

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   against the blow. This word describes the repercussion of a physical or mental shock, or an indirect consequence of an event. Contre-jour contre-jour against daylight. This word (mostly used in art namely photography, cinema or painting) describes the light that illumines an object from the other side of your own point of view. contretemps

9. 175 old-fashioned baby names that are ready for a refresh

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   75 Old-Fashioned Boys Names The top names for boys in the early 20th century included John, William, James, George, Robert and Richard. In 2021, the name Mac rose in popularity 260 spots and ...