recently one of the compilers of the new OED said that his new favourite word was that given to the medium sized plate which we sometimes call a salad or sandwich plate. Does anyone know what the word...
what can i write inside a card to a couple who are returning back to their first home in australia, after living over here for nearly 3 years? it cant be a new home card obviously, their daughters...
My grandmother had Scottish roots and there's a phrase she used for the smallest room in the house (and pardon my ignorance on the correct spelling) - she called it the "dun ay gue" or...
I keep seeing that word in AB. The last time I heard the term was in a nursery rhyme, probably British. I believe it has a negative conotation. Am I correct. Thanks
This was a favourite expression of my mother when something surprised her. Anyone else heard this or can suggest the origin? My mother grew up in Lichfield if that has any bearing.
Todays featured sport is Rygby union and names of players I have got most of them but Am stuck for two Ihoope there are some rugby experts out there who could help Many thanks in advance kjsgran The...
This seems to be a common expresion these days to describe a woman who is pregnant
any one know where it comes from and what does the 'Duff' part mean?
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My nephew at the dinner table tonight asked "Aunty why do they call this Horseradish sauce?" Mmmm! I couldn't answer him, but said I'd ask the AB. Any idea's?
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They used to use urine to tan animal skins, so families used to all pee in a pot & then once a day it was taken & sold to the tannery.......if you had to do this to survive you were...