June's OT Board Dictionary Launched (was Brittspeak)

[ellejir]

June wrote:
> You clearly need the existence of a recognised authority  we should 
> compile a dictionary for our mutual clarification.  Here's a start:
> 
> Brit             American
> 
> Fag              Cigarette
> Gay man          Fag
> Snout            Cigarette
> Petrol           Gas
> Rubbish          Trash
> Dustbin          Trashcan
> Tights           Pantyhose
> Knickers         Panties
> Pavement         Sidewalk
> Road             Highway
> Motorway         Freeway
> Trousers         Pants
> Pants            Undershorts
> Crisps           Chips
> Chips            Fries
> 
> Those are off the top of my head.  Who's game to continue?


How about these:

Brit               American
Jumper             Sweater
?Pinafore          Jumper
Trainers           Sneakers
Bonnet (car)       Hood (car)
Boot (car)         Trunk (car)

Does *snout* really mean a cigarette in Brit-speak?  Weird.
Elle