Twitter language is a mix of official terms and user-generated jargon used for social interaction. It includes acronyms, hashtags, and phrases like “tweet” and “retweet.” The 140-character limit, real-time nature, and international use influence the language. Twitter maintains a glossary of common terms. The Twitter language is a collection of acronyms, phrases and language conventions […]
Diner slang is a form of shorthand between wait staff and the kitchen, originating from African-American cooks in the 1870s. It includes hundreds of terms for menu items and their preparation, some of which have entered popular usage. Nostalgia-themed restaurants still retain some of the language. If you’ve ever heard a waitress in a restaurant […]
