shitlord
Shitlord is slang for an internet troll who posts shocking and often bigoted content for the purpose of provoking a reaction, especially from left-leaning social justice advocates. Some shitlords ironically embrace the term. The term can…
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What Is Lost When A Language Goes Extinct?
Are some languages able to express certain ideas better than others? Are there concepts that exist in particular languages and nowhere else? As more and more languages become extinct, linguists are realizing that they contain a type of knowledge beyond simply a different set of words and grammar. In the next fifty years, linguists believe that 3,500 languages will go extinct. As globalization has linked markets and communities, …
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roasties
Nope. We're not talking about potatoes. We're talking about immature dudes and coarse slang for the vulva. Roasties is sexist slang used by incels and others in the male internet culture for sexually active women—or… -
Astronomy vs. Astrology: A Constellation of Contrasts
The terms astronomy and astrology are commonly confused, which isn’t surprising, considering they both involve studying the stars and both begin with the combining form astro- (referring to stars or celestial bodies). However, only one of these star-gazing terms refers to a recognized branch of science. In this article, we will state the difference between astronomy and astrology, explain why only one is considered a …
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Boats ‘N Hoes
Boats 'N Hoes is a salacious comedy rap song and video from the 2008 movie, Step Brothers, featuring puns about sailing and sex. The song is referenced in popular culture during parties and water-based vacations. -
Why Is The Language Of The Sioux In Danger?
Dictionary.com’s United States of Diversity series by Taneesh Khera In 2019, the United Nations is raising awareness about the alarming loss of many of the world’s languages through its International Year of Indigenous Languages. In honor of that initiative, we are shining the spotlight on the languages of the Sioux, and the growing movement to preserve and reinvigorate these rich but endangered tongues. Where did …
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14 Delicious Bread Terms Everyone “Kneads” To Know
Just about every culture in the world has a preferred regional bread style. And while the flavors, shapes, and exact ingredient lists may vary, there’s no denying that bread is near universally loved—especially when it’s homemade and fresh out of the oven. Home bakers may get a rise out of knowing that homemade loaves even have their own unofficial holiday: Homemade Bread Day on November …
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Can We Call Products “Meat” or “Milk” If They Don’t Come From An Animal?
There’s a funny scene in the 2002 romcom My Big Fat Greek Wedding in which the main character, Toula, introduces her fiancé to her aunt and explains that he’s a vegetarian. The aunt asks what that means, and when he replies that it means he doesn’t eat meat, she says in shock, “What do you mean you don’t eat no meat?” They stare at each other …
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From Trainee To Bias: The Big 16 K-Pop Slang Terms To Know
by Claire Evans K-pop is the name of a pop music sensation that originated in South Korea and is sweeping the globe. From its energetic choreography and music to the beauty of its idols, K-pop (or K for Korea combined with pop) has entranced international and Korean fans alike—and chances are you’ve heard it, hummed it, or danced to it. (Did you catch BTS’ “Friends” …
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dope
As far as words go, dope is a pretty dope word because it can mean many, many things. A dope can be a fool, a slang term for "excellent," or refer to drugs like marijuana. Doping… -
Strengthen Your Bonds With 17 Words Of Affirmation
It’s safe to say we all like feeling loved, but do we all feel and express love in the exact same ways? Not necessarily, according to the experts. If you’ve spent any time online or interacting with pop culture, you’ve probably heard a thing or two about love languages, and one love language specifically: words of affirmation. These buzzy terms have been on our collective …