Have you ever found a man that may be a bit older than you to be highly sexy or attractive? Or maybe you are a woman who only finds older men attractive as they may be a bit Zaddy to you? Girls may use the term "Zaddy" as a term of agreement in how a […]
Blue Blood – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Did someone tell you that they can’t stand blue blood people? What does that mean, and do people have blue blood? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression ‘blue blood’ means someone from an elitist family or with a connection to royalty. A blue blood is someone of high […]
Bolt From the Blue – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Did someone just describe a surprising event as a ‘bolt from the blue?’ This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression ‘bolt from the blue’ means a sudden, unexpected occurrence or event. Usually, the event is a minor annoyance or frustration, or it causes you to have to take action […]
Bougie like Natty in the Styrofoam – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Are you listening to the song 'Fancy Like' by Walker Hayes? Do you know what he means when he sings 'bougie like natty in the styrofoam?' This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression 'bougie like natty in the styrofoam' is a country music lyric. Many Walker Hayes fans assume […]
Bricked Up – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Are you talking to a girl and find yourself caught in a ‘rising’ situation? You could say that you’re feeling ‘bricked up.’ This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression ‘bricked up’ means getting an erection at the wrong time. Typically, teens and men in their twenties experience the sensation […]
Buchona – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Are you looking at a tall, sexy Latin woman surrounded by bodyguards? If you’re in Mexico City, you might be starring at a ‘buchona,’ so it’s best to look away. This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression ‘buchona’ is a Mexican slang term referencing the wife or girlfriend of […]
4Lifers – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Are you looking at ‘4Lifer’ videos on TikTok? What does this term mean? Are they talking about a life sentence in jail? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this viral expression. Meaning The expression ‘4Lifers’ means people like family and friends that mean a lot to you in life. They are the people […]
Back to School Necklace – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Are you looking through Twitter and notice people posting images of a ‘back to school necklace?’ What are they talking about, and should you worry about your children going back to school? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression ‘back to school necklace’ means a ‘hangman’s noose.’ A back-to-school […]
Ashinuke – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Are you watching ‘Demon Slayer?’ The second episode of the second season uses the term ‘ashinuke.” What does it mean? This post unpacks everything you need to know about this Japanese expression. Meaning The term ‘ashinuke’ is a Japanese word translating to “Breaking one’s ties.” However, Japanese people will use it to describe a woman […]
As An Aside – Meaning, Origin and Usage
Did someone just say ‘as an aside’ when in the middle of a conversation with you? Why did they say that, and what does it mean? This post unpacks the meaning and origin of this expression. Meaning The expression ‘as an aside’ is a way to describe indirect communications with others. It can also refer […]