

What's poopy about a poop deck? | NAUTICAL ETYMOLOGY
May 15, 2024
Set sail on a wordy adventure! Discover why a 'poop deck' might have a cheeky reputation. Unravel the meaning behind 'shiver me timbers' and other colorful pirate slang. Dive into the rich history of nautical idioms and their influence on the English language. Learn how terms like 'booty' and 'avast' evolved, and explore their pop culture roots. From clumsy 'lubbers' to the mystery of 'Pieces of Eight,' this journey through maritime vocabulary is both enlightening and entertaining!
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Nautical Vocabulary Unveiled
01:43 • 12min
The Etymology of Pirate Terminology
13:28 • 10min
Exploring Nautical Etymology and Lazy Terms
23:21 • 2min
Nautical Linguistics and Pirate Terminology
25:08 • 6min
Exploring Nautical Etymology: From Pirates to Bitter Ends
31:16 • 2min