Questions tagged 'Terminology'
33 questions
Jan 10, 2025
What is a “Fifth” of vodka? How many oz. and why is it called a “fifth” ? Thank you!?
What is a "fifth" of vodka? How many ounces does it contain, and why is it referred to as a "fifth"? Thank you!
What do you call a male seamstress?
I've often wondered what the male equivalent of "seamstress" is. The term "sewer" seems too informal, and "seamster" also feels somewhat inadequate. Since "seamstress" is specifically feminine and con...
Are there such things as a step-aunt and step-cousins?
My uncle recently remarried, and he married a wonderful woman who has two children. How should I refer to her and her kids? Are they considered my step-aunt and step-cousins?
who knows about The suffix -ism ?
Who knows about the suffix "-ism"? Here are some definitions for various terms that use this suffix: A brave and courageous manner of acting: ____ism Prejudice against a particular gender or sex: ___...
What is the meaning of SPC on an insurance card, is that the copay or is PCP?
What does "SPC" mean on an insurance card? Is it related to copayments or primary care physicians (PCP)? For example, my insurance card states: DED-90%/PCP $20 SPC $35. I would appreciate any feedback...
What does ‘OOC’ and ‘OCC’ both mean?
I often come across the terms "OOC" and "OCC" in fanfiction, particularly when authors mention that a character is being OOC. While I have a general understanding of these terms, I would like to know...
What does “Strands of hair” stands for? Does it mean one single hair or does it mean wisp of hair?
What does the term "strands of hair" refer to? Does it describe a single hair or a collection of hairs, such as a wisp or a bundle of 40-50 hairs, like a bunch of ringlets? Specifically, is a single h...
what’s a “collie man” as in slightly stoopid’s song “mr collie man”?
What does the term "collie man" refer to in Slightly Stoopid's song "Mr. Collie Man"?
Nov 26, 2024
What does the term “Shag” in volleyball mean?
My volleyball coach frequently mentions the term "shagging the ball." Can someone explain what this means?
what’s the person somebody sponsors called ?
What is the term for a person who is sponsored? Is it "sponsoree," "sponsee," or something else? I have searched various dictionaries for these terms but did not find any results. I would appreciate a...