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The Top Ten most sarcastic Flapper slang words.

August 27, 2013February 2, 2013

The Top 10 most sarcastic Flapper slang words. Umbrella- young man any girl can borrow for the evening. Rock of Ages- any woman over 30 years of age. Face stretcher- old maid who tries to look young. Cellar Smeller- a young man who always turns up where there’s free liquor to be had. Corn Shredder- …

A to Z 1920’s Slang Guide for Flappers

February 20, 2019April 15, 2011

The Concise A to Z guide to 1920’s slang for flappers Ella Hartung recorded this dictionary of 1920’s slang words for the Flapper in 1922. Absent Treatment- Dancing with bashful partner. Anchor- Box of flowers. Apple knocker- A hick, a hay-shaker. Apple Sauce- Flattery; bunk. Barlow- A girl, a flapper, a chicken. Bank’s Closed- No petting allowed; …