Is "wot wot" or "what-what" an authentic British expression? If it's ...
The correct (or at least original) spelling for the term is "wot". "What, what!" is a malaprop that results from, and perpetuates, a …
offensive language - What is the etymology of "BFE"? - English …
Some language and stories emphasize the forlornness of a place by implying that it's so far from civilization that there are no women …
word choice - What is the name of the symbols - and ">"?
Jun 27, 2015 · +1, I like that this is the first answer to address the multiple Unicode code points involved. However, I think you might …
What is the correct plural form of the word "forum"?
Apr 13, 2017 · It depends on what the meaning of the word is, err, correct is. When it comes to languages, questions starting with …
single word requests - What is the bestiary equivalent for plants ...
Apr 13, 2015 · I am looking for the bestiary equivalent for plants. But I don't want to use 'compendium' or 'herbal'. Is there such a …
What is the proper name for "AM" and "PM"?
Jul 22, 2011 · I know that AM/PM is for ante/post meridiem, but what is it actually called? Meridian indicator? 12 hour indicator? …
nouns - What is the correct plural of "octopus"? - English Language ...
Aug 7, 2010 · As other answers have already pointed out, the correct English plural is octopuses. Some clarification is needed in the …
What is the name for a person who raises turkeys?
Oct 14, 2012 · A person who raises cattle is a cowherd, in direct analogy to shepherd, goatherd, etc. A rancher is someone who …
What is the origin of "when the chips are down"?
Jan 9, 2012 · I suspect the running out of chips interpretation (as opposed to point of no return, all bets have been placed) is a later …
What is the etymology of "happy as a sandboy"?
Apr 25, 2011 · "Happy as a sandboy" is obviously a simile for happy / content. Where does it come from and what is the eponymous …