taleggio

(noun) A person who talks almost constantly about nostalgia. May also engage in nostalgic activities and/or buy nostalgic items. See coconut boost.

"Man, that guy is one hell of a taleggio."

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crake

1. An adjective used to describe something inadequate or shoddy. Often most effective when it is said in an exaggerated voice, for instance rolling the R.
2. An exclamation appropriate when one has just realised that one has done something silly/stupid.

1. "Man, that film was crake."
2."Aw, CRRRRRAKE!! I locked my keys in the car!"

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coconut boost

(noun) Word used to label a person who, often in an unfamiliar environment, trusts to his/her extensive knowledge of nostalgia when choosing a topic of conversation.
Origin: According to nostalgic legend, a coconut version of the famous Boost chocolate bar once graced confectionery shelves across the country.
Sometimes shortened to coboo.
See nostalgist and taleggio.

"Hey, guys, does anyone remember Count Duckula?" inquired the coconut boost.

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bellcrease

Bellcrease (or Bellcreaser) (noun): An insult, originally used to describe a man whose bell-end has become creased or crushed for whatever reason. Thought to have originated in County Durham, England, its use is becoming more widespread in several parts of the country.

"That Harry is an absolute bellcreaser," observed Gary.

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sap on

An insulting exclamation aimed at a person over which one has triumphed.

"I'm better than you!" exclaimed Duncan, "Sap on!"

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tears it up

(verb) To become outgoing and talkative, even to go out for the occasional drink, after years as a reclusive hunchback.

Origin: The term was originally coined in the early 20th Century after somebody who used to drink their own tears at the hall of St Cuthbert was spotted in a local tavern, enjoying a drink with fellow men.

1. "I saw that ex-reclusive hunchback the other day," said Gary, "He's really tearsed it up. Nah, seriously, I'm not joking, he was in Jimmy Allen's tearsing it up large."

2. Councillor to recluse: "I hate to be so frank with you, but it seems this coming in at the end of dinner every day is getting out of hand. You really have to get your act together and tears it up."

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nostalgist

(noun) One who looks constantly to nostalgia to save the day.
This word has been adopted by young culture in cities across the country. Regional slang synonyms include coconut boost and taleggio.

"Oh, I know!" exclaimed the nostalgist eagerly, "Remember Rosie and Jim?"

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