Slang SurveyWhat new bit of language are you hearing at the moment? We want to hear words and phrases, with definitions and where it's being used. We're interested in marketing speak, stuff from kids in playgrounds etc.
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rob, Sun 1 Feb 2004, 14:00)
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AuthenticSaid same girlfriend (see 'informal' post) works with a lot of authentic scientists and engineers. They have a kind of dress code, if you hadn't noticed.
Trousers to be worn half mast, spectacles (mandatory) should be smudgy. Tank tops and bad xmas pullovers should be the Authentic Scientist's principal means of insulation, and hair should be side parted.
On no account should he (or she) show any tendencies towards social skills, and should preferably live with their parents.
Thus 'Authentic' is now a deogatory term for any adult spod, science type, nerd, geek or maths lecturer, or anyone who looks the part.
apols for length, but it neded the explanation.
(, Tue 3 Feb 2004, 13:30, Reply)
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