Gal-Sneaker

Originating in 1870, a 'gal-sneaker' is a man who's devoted to seduction (much like the period equivalent of a pick-up artist.

“That's the fifth woman he's brought over today. What a gal-sneaker.”

Fifteen Puzzle

Not to be confused with the vintage board game of the same name, fifteen puzzle is an 1800's phrase referring to total confusion.

“I'm feeling rather fifteen puzzle about this. Are you sure that dogs don't meow?”

Dizzy Age

An 1800's term used to refer to the elderly. It comes from the fact that as a mature adult, it can be dizzying to look back on your many years.

“How are you in your dizzy age?”
“I'm okay. I have many fond memories.”

Screm De La Screm

Popularised by British furries, the phrase screm de la screm refers to situations of extreme fear, excitement, worry, or concern, among other things. The phrase is though to have been derived from the word 'scream', as it is generally used in scenarios where screaming would be an adequate reaction. It can also be seen as a mock on the phrase 'Crème De La Crème'.

PERSON 1 : “Oh my God, I think your jacket is on fire. Literally.”
PERSON 2 : “Screm de la screm.”

The Weakest Drink

A drinking game which is played similarly to TV game show, The Weakest Link.

“You coming to the party? We'll be playing The Weakest Drink.”
“That sounds good. I'll bring my friends.”

No Rest For The Breast

An early parenting term that refers to the fact that a mother may feel that their baby always seems to be hungry, which may be tiring for said mother. Derived from the phrase 'no rest for the best'.

“Timmy's crying again... No Rest For The Breast, I guess.”

Cat-Lap

A Victorian society term used scornfully/sarcastically by drinkers of strong beer and other liquors to refer to tea and coffee.

“I'll take a beer. I'm not into that Cat-Lap like the people you might be used to seeing around here.”