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Oxford, Gibson and Brogue

Something Rhymes with Purple

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Exploring Slang Terms for Being Drunk and Ladybird Symbolism

The chapter delves into the origins of slang terms for intoxication from the early to mid-1900s, discussing colorful language like spifflicated and volato. It also explores the symbolism of Ladybirds across different languages, touching on folklore, linguistic facts, and even toothpaste puns in a light-hearted and informative conversation.

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