What Is A Quim?
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What is a woman’s quim?
Quim (plural quims) (vulgar, slang) The female genitalia; the vulva. quotations ▼ (vulgar, derogatory) An extremely unpleasant or objectionable person. synonym ▲quotations ▼ Synonym: cunt.
What is a quim in Old English?
N. Vulgar Slang. The vagina or vulva.
Why is it called a quim?
The noun quim was a Victorian-era word that was used specifically to refer to the fluids produced by the vagina, specifically during orgasm. In modern usage it is primarily heard in British slang and is a derogatory or vulgar term for the vagina itself.
What is quim Oxford dictionary?
Quim noun. Source: The Oxford Dictionary of Modern Slang Author(s): John AytoJohn Ayto, John SimpsonJohn Simpson.1 The vulva or vagina.1735–.2 A woman; women.
What is a British Minge?
/ (mɪndʒ) / nounBritish taboo, slang. the female genitals.
What is a minge in Scotland?
“Minging”: The Colourful and Quirky Northern Irish Slang Term That’s Taken the World by Storm – The English language is a constantly evolving entity that has seen many words come and go throughout history. One such word is “minging,” a term that has gained popularity in recent years. Sold out Sold out The origin of the term “minging” is somewhat unclear, but it is believed to have originated in Scotland in the 1970s. Some suggest that it may have derived from the Scottish word “ming,” which means unpleasant or foul-smelling. Others believe it may have come from the word “minge,” a slang term for female genitalia.
- The Word is widely used in both Scotland and Northern Ireland.
- The word “minging” is often used to describe something that is extremely unpleasant, unappealing, or disgusting.
- It is most commonly used to describe smells or tastes that are repulsive, but can also be used to describe physical appearances or behaviors.
For example, someone might say “that food smells minging,” or “I can’t believe you’re wearing those minging shoes.”
Why is a minge called a minge?
Etymology 1 – From Angloromani mintš, from Romani minʒ ( ” female genitals ” ), probably from Old Armenian մէջ ( mēǰ, ” middle, midst; inside, interior; the middle part of the body; loins, reins; waist; belly, abdomen; back ” ), Doublet of medius,
What is a minge in Australian slang?
In Australia the word Minge refers to the female pubic hair and gets its name from the combination of the words Moot and Fringe. — This unsigned comment was added by 75.36.129.3 ( talk ) at 00:50, 5 August 2007. The Australian word almost certainly comes from the British word, which has citations back at least to 1901. This entry has passed Wiktionary’s verification process without prejudice. This means that, while adequate citation may not have been recorded, discussion has concluded that usage is widespread and content is accurate Please do not re-nominate for verification without comprehensive reasons for doing so.
See Wiktionary’s criteria for inclusion Sense – cat. Any takers? SemperBlotto 17:06, 3 January 2008 (UTC) Reply Supportable from groups. An excellent application of the new citations namespace, because the quotations I saw are not great usage examples, though useful for attestation. DCDuring 17:38, 3 January 2008 (UTC) Reply The sense of cat makes “sense” : via the meaning Pussy of the original.
Interesting btw, that the Romani word was turned into Mensch in German, which on the surface is the common word for human., but is used among males as “Dein Mensch”, meaning your wife, your girlfriend. — This unsigned comment was added by 118.92.223.103 ( talk ) at 18:37, 30 July 2009.
- The use of German “Mensch” for “woman” (it means woman or girl, not specifically wife or girlfriend) is attested since 1400, which already rules out Romani origin.
- This sense is also in no way slang (though a bit dated now) and the sense “vulva” doesn’t occur at all.90.186.170.60 12:33, 20 August 2023 (UTC) Reply minger |ˈmi ng ər| noun Brit.
informal an unattractive or unpleasant person or thing: Why can’t anyone see that Spencer is a complete minger? ORIGIN 1990s: from minging. Doesn’t the Wik entry need another look? – UnicornTapestry 01:52, 18 October 2009 (UTC) Reply It’s straightforward.
- From the OED: Meng v. Obs. exc. Dial.
- OE mengan. etc.
- The normal form in modern English would be minge.1.Te mix, mingle, blend 4.a. trans.
- To bring (living creatures) together, to join (the male with the female).4.b. refl.
- Pass and intr.
- Of persons: To be mingled together in intercourse With references back to 900AD.
— This unsigned comment was added by JohnMack ( talk • contribs ). The following discussion has been moved from Wiktionary:Requests for verification ( permalink ). This discussion is no longer live and is left here as an archive. Please do not modify this conversation, but feel free to discuss its conclusions. Rfv-sense: A housecat I’ve lived in the north of England most of my life, and I’ve never, ever heard anyone call their cat a minge, nor can I imagine anyone doing so.
- I found one book that claims this, but it’s just a toilet book (apparently American) so I wouldn’t put much stock in its scholarship (he might even have got the idea from us – the book is from 2010 but the edit dates back to 2008).
- Is this just confusion with the dual meanings of pussy, or do people actually call their cats “minges”.
Supposedly went through RFV in 2008, but I can’t find any archive of this and the citations page is blank. Smurrayinchester ( talk ) 14:02, 3 October 2012 (UTC) Reply The discussion (archived on the talk page) suggests the term was passed because Usenet citations existed, but they were not actually added.
- This time around, they can be added, if they exist.
- Sche (discuss) 18:54, 3 October 2012 (UTC) Reply I’ve lived in the North of England my whole life (albeit only in one city) and I’ve never heard of this.
- Mglovesfun ( talk ) 21:22, 3 October 2012 (UTC) Reply It’s the only ever addition by 87.194.182.145 ( talk ).
Mglovesfun ( talk ) 21:25, 3 October 2012 (UTC) Reply I’ve had a look on Google Groups. A lot of hits from people who’ve called their cats “Minge” ( Minge, Ginger Minge and the Monsters of Minge ) as a proper noun, but beyond that every use seemed to mean “vagina”.
What is a ruby British slang?
Most people familiar with British cuisine will not be surprised to learn that the UK has just celebrated National Curry Week, In anticipation of the culinary festivities, Evening Standard journalist Ailis Brennan wrote on October 17 that “very few of us Brits can resist a Ruby Murray on a Friday night”.
- Obviously, she is not talking about a specific individual here.
- A Ruby Murray – or a Ruby, for short – is a well-known Cockney phrase for a curry.
- But why do we use this personal name to refer to the dish? And where do such phrases with names generally come from? Ruby Murray is not the only phrase in English that contains a name.
We can call a know-it-all a “smart Alec”, for example. A sudden event takes place before you can say “Jack Robinson” and someone who enjoys spying on others is a “peeping Tom”. Not to be confused with gogatsby via Flickr, CC BY-SA It is very tempting to assume that the name in such a phrase originally referred to a real person. This individual’s story would then somehow explain the current usage of the phrase. We all like things to make sense, after all.
What does Geezer mean in Cockney?
Geezer is a slang term for a man. In the UK, it is used most often to refer simply to a man, e.g. ‘some geezer was here earlier’, and less often as a complimentary phrase, e.g. ‘he is a proper geezer’.
Is minge derogatory?
minge? Where is this word used? I’d never heard it before until this Aussie bloke comes up to me and starts insulting my girlfriend’s ‘minge’ (jokingly). However, some other Aussies I asked weren’t familiar with the word. Is this considered an offensive word? I used this word in front of a Lithuanian of Romany descent in England and he, despite his limited English, knew exactly what it meant.
- He told me that it is a Romany gypsy word.
- It’s a word that is used quite alot around here in England but probably not quite as much as it once was.
- Great word is minge.
- As far as I know it is especially use for women with ginger hair: known as ginger minge.
- Minge is a wee bit of a taboo word meaning the pubic hair around the female genitals, and it can also refer to women generally as sexual objects, and yes, it is of Romany origin.
I have never heard it used very much. What IS used here in Britain quite a lot is “minger” or “minging” but I can’t quite directly connect these words with “minge”. A minger is used here to describe a person who is basically unattractive either through being pig ugly or just plain dreich and a pain in the arse all round for the way s/he acts or behaves.
Amy Winehouse* comes to mind here. 🙂 Minging is the relative adjective. What an apt name this woman has. Ha! Damian, there may be a connection between minge and minging but the pronunciation is different. The latter is ming-ing and not minge-ing Amy Winehouse is a hot little skank. Which in American terms means she’s nasty, unkempt and needs a wash but I’d still do her.
lol I always laugh in the last episode of the British Office when Keith is warning Dawn about going to the States. Keith: Word of advice: Keep your traveller’s checks in a bum-bag. Dawn: Thanks. I’ll get one. Keith: Well, when you get there? Dawn: Yeah.
What does a bob mean in UK?
Frequently Asked Questions – How much is old money worth now in the UK? This difficult question to easily answer, because it depends on the age of the coins and their denomination. It’s always best to get your coins valued by a specialist company, such as ourselves, as you’re likely to realise far more than if you try to exchange them at a bank.
Will the bank change old money? If you have old banknotes, your local bank (providing you hold an account with them) or postoffice will often exchange them. Alternatively, the Bank of England has its own procedure for exchanging old banknotes. Coins are somewhat more challenging as banks, postoffices, the Bank of England and The Royal Mint are under no legal obligation to exchange them.
We are happy to purchase unwanted coins of any quantity. Where can I exchange old money? The Britannia Coin Company is always keen to but old money, especially pre-decimal silver coins. If you have old banknotes, your local Post Office will often accept them.
- Alternatively, your bank (whom you hold an account with) will often accept them.
- What did the d stand for in old money? The letter d is an abbreviation of the Roman word ‘denarius’, which translates to the word ‘penny’.
- The letter s comes from ‘solidus’, which translates to the word ‘shilling’ and the pound symbol comes from the Latin word ‘libra’.
How much is a bob in old money? A ‘bob’ was the slang word for a Shilling, which was worth 12 old pennies. Following decimilisation in 1971, a Shilling was worth 5 new pence. The old ‘ten bob note’ (10 shillings) was the equivalent of 5 Florins, or 4 Half Crowns, or 2 Crowns.
What does little fanny mean in the UK?
1. British slang, offensive : vulva.2. : buttocks.
What does fishy minge mean?
A fishy, foul, or strong chemical smell? Not normal. – A tell-tale sign there’s a problem downstairs is that unmistakable fishy vaginal odour. (And not fresh-from-the-market fish either). “Bacterial vaginosis is the primary condition that creates that classic fishy odour”, says Dr Holmes, particularly if it’s accompanied by symptoms like itching, burning or unusual watery discharge.
Trichomoniasis, a sexually transmitted infection that has similar symptoms (along with pain when you urinate) could be another culprit for foul vaginal odour. A chemical smell that’s stronger than a faint whiff of bleach might also be a sign of bacterial vaginosis or another vaginal infection. A good rule to follow is if it makes you scrunch your nose up, or if you can smell it on your fingers beyond a few inches away from your face, you might want to get checked out by a doctor.
And if you feel comfortable, you can ask your partner if they’ve noticed a change. “One of the first questions I ask my patients is, ‘has anyone ever said anything to you about it?'” says Dr Holmes. “We can all smell ourselves because we’re so self-conscious, but most people don’t smell other people’s vaginal odours”.
What is a gash in Scotland?
1. chiefly Scotland : knowing, witty.2. chiefly Scotland : well-dressed : trim.
What is a spunk?
Spunk. / (spʌŋk) / noun. informal courage or spirit. British a slang word for semen.
What is gash in Scottish?
Scottish National Dictionary (1700–) – Hide Quotations Hide Etymology Abbreviations Cite this entry About this entry: First published 1956 (SND Vol. IV). This entry has not been updated but may contain minor corrections and revisions. GASH, adj,4 Unoccupied, idle; empty.
What is a minge in Australian slang?
In Australia the word Minge refers to the female pubic hair and gets its name from the combination of the words Moot and Fringe. — This unsigned comment was added by 75.36.129.3 ( talk ) at 00:50, 5 August 2007. The Australian word almost certainly comes from the British word, which has citations back at least to 1901. This entry has passed Wiktionary’s verification process without prejudice. This means that, while adequate citation may not have been recorded, discussion has concluded that usage is widespread and content is accurate Please do not re-nominate for verification without comprehensive reasons for doing so.
See Wiktionary’s criteria for inclusion Sense – cat. Any takers? SemperBlotto 17:06, 3 January 2008 (UTC) Reply Supportable from groups. An excellent application of the new citations namespace, because the quotations I saw are not great usage examples, though useful for attestation. DCDuring 17:38, 3 January 2008 (UTC) Reply The sense of cat makes “sense” : via the meaning Pussy of the original.
Interesting btw, that the Romani word was turned into Mensch in German, which on the surface is the common word for human., but is used among males as “Dein Mensch”, meaning your wife, your girlfriend. — This unsigned comment was added by 118.92.223.103 ( talk ) at 18:37, 30 July 2009.
- The use of German “Mensch” for “woman” (it means woman or girl, not specifically wife or girlfriend) is attested since 1400, which already rules out Romani origin.
- This sense is also in no way slang (though a bit dated now) and the sense “vulva” doesn’t occur at all.90.186.170.60 12:33, 20 August 2023 (UTC) Reply minger |ˈmi ng ər| noun Brit.
informal an unattractive or unpleasant person or thing: Why can’t anyone see that Spencer is a complete minger? ORIGIN 1990s: from minging. Doesn’t the Wik entry need another look? – UnicornTapestry 01:52, 18 October 2009 (UTC) Reply It’s straightforward.
- From the OED: Meng v. Obs. exc. Dial.
- OE mengan. etc.
- The normal form in modern English would be minge.1.Te mix, mingle, blend 4.a. trans.
- To bring (living creatures) together, to join (the male with the female).4.b. refl.
- Pass and intr.
- Of persons: To be mingled together in intercourse With references back to 900AD.
— This unsigned comment was added by JohnMack ( talk • contribs ). The following discussion has been moved from Wiktionary:Requests for verification ( permalink ). This discussion is no longer live and is left here as an archive. Please do not modify this conversation, but feel free to discuss its conclusions. Rfv-sense: A housecat I’ve lived in the north of England most of my life, and I’ve never, ever heard anyone call their cat a minge, nor can I imagine anyone doing so.
- I found one book that claims this, but it’s just a toilet book (apparently American) so I wouldn’t put much stock in its scholarship (he might even have got the idea from us – the book is from 2010 but the edit dates back to 2008).
- Is this just confusion with the dual meanings of pussy, or do people actually call their cats “minges”.
Supposedly went through RFV in 2008, but I can’t find any archive of this and the citations page is blank. Smurrayinchester ( talk ) 14:02, 3 October 2012 (UTC) Reply The discussion (archived on the talk page) suggests the term was passed because Usenet citations existed, but they were not actually added.
This time around, they can be added, if they exist. – -sche (discuss) 18:54, 3 October 2012 (UTC) Reply I’ve lived in the North of England my whole life (albeit only in one city) and I’ve never heard of this. Mglovesfun ( talk ) 21:22, 3 October 2012 (UTC) Reply It’s the only ever addition by 87.194.182.145 ( talk ).
Mglovesfun ( talk ) 21:25, 3 October 2012 (UTC) Reply I’ve had a look on Google Groups. A lot of hits from people who’ve called their cats “Minge” ( Minge, Ginger Minge and the Monsters of Minge ) as a proper noun, but beyond that every use seemed to mean “vagina”.