Ever wondered where your favorite lingo really comes from? From ancient phrases to pop culture catchphrases, here's the ...

The words “mate” and the concept of “mateship” make for a deeper dive into Australian values. While the word “mate” is used ...

This article explores how Aussie slang and idioms reflect national identity and challenge traditional ideas of what counts as ...

If adorbs and fave are part of your everyday vocabulary, you now have official permission to use them Slang is ...

Alongside origin (Type 1) and frequency (Type 5), some phrases qualify by dint of preservation (Type 2). KERFUFFLE, for ...

One Maryland driver had their “DEPORTM” vanity license plate revoked last month because it failed to meet the Motor Vehicle ...

Word-finding difficulty (WFD) - frustrating “tip-of-the-tongue” moments when meaning is clear but the word or sound won’t ...

If you’ve ever visited Thailand, you’ve likely heard the word Farang used to describe foreigners, particularly white foreigners. It’s a common term that comes up in casual conversation, but is it ...

Do you consider yourself a logophile, a linguaphile or even a lexiphile?  I think I might be one.  You see, it’s all about loving words.  Goofy words, serious words, lovely words, deadly words. ...

The word beseech is a verb used to convey urgent and heartfelt pleas. Originating from Old English besēcan, meaning “to seek earnestly,” it has appeared in English since the 12th century.

Hidden away in a secret location is the Manumit Coffee Roastery. "Manumit" is an old English word meaning "to set someone free from slavery". The Roastery is a safe space for human trafficking ...