Words You Didn’t Know Were Inspired By Animals
Did you know that the word "muscle" is derived from the Latin word for “mouse?” And this isn't the only word in the English language that is unexpectedly inspired by animals.
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Momo Challenge
Warning: this article contains references to suicide and other violent acts. The Momo Challenge is a viral internet hoax that caused a worldwide panic in 2018–19. It involves a fake social media challenge in which… -
Words You Didn’t Know Came From Los Angeles
From its star-studded studios to its star-lined Walk of Fame, Los Angeles is a city that shines bright, literally and figuratively. There are few things that can’t be found within its sprawling, sunny city limits—it just might take a while to get there, depending on traffic. Even if you’ve never visited, its influence is still apparent. Los Angeles’s films scream from our screens and its celebrities plaster …
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stan
Stan is slang for someone who is a very zealous fan, especially of a celebrity or music group. Stan can also be a verb for liking something a great deal. -
Why We Don’t Think Kylie Is “Self-Made”
Well, it’s official. On March 5, Forbes declared makeup mogul and Keeping Up with the Kardashians star Kylie Jenner the youngest self-made billionaire ever. The publication estimates that Jenner, 21, is sitting on a billion-dollar fortune following three successful years with her business, Kylie Cosmetics, including a lucrative deal with the beauty store Ulta that pushed her fortune to new heights. Of the deal’s success, Jenner told …
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weeb
A weeb is a derisive term for a non-Japanese person who is so obsessed with Japanese culture that they wish they were actually Japanese. -
lambón
Lambón is a insulting Spanish word that variously refer to a "suck-up," "kiss-ass," "creep," or "freeloader." -
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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tango down
Tango down is military slang announcing that an enemy has been defeated in combat. Tango down has been adopted in first-person shooter games when teams are strategizing over audio. -
Stop Pettifogging And Take This Word Of The Day Quiz
A regina such as yourself deserves to relax with this week’s Word of the Day Quiz. | March 4 – 10, 2019 If the quiz doesn’t display, please try opening in the Chrome browser. Tell us your favorite word from this week (and share it with your friends on Facebook and Twitter)!
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super powders
Ninety-eight 🏋️...ninety-nine 🏋️...one-hundred 🏋️! Super powders are powdered extracts chock-full of nutrients. Made from all natural sources such as roots, berries, and algae, these supplements are claimed to have powerful health benefits. -
The Double Meanings For These Innocent Animal Emoji
Animal-based emoji have been adopted for their symbolism. And, it's not just the three wise monkeys emoji that have deeper meanings.
