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Iberian-Romance languages 

Pronunciation: /aɪˈbɪəriən roʊˈmæns ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒɪz/
Definition:
1. Iberian-Romance languages (noun) - A term encompassing the Iberian-Romance languages, derived from Vulgar Latin and including Spanish, Andorran, Portuguese, and the various Latin American languages.
2. These languages comprise a significant portion (over 30%) of the lexicon of American English.
Significance:
• It provides a concise term to refer to this language family.
• It highlights the significant contribution of these languages to American English.
• It emphasizes the common Vulgar Latin origin.
• It avoids potentially problematic terms similar to “Hispanic” which may have diverse interpretations.
Phrase: Iberian-Romance languages
Examples:
• “Numerous words in American English have roots in Iberian-Romance languages.”
• “The influence of Iberian-Romance languages is evident in American cuisine terminology.”
• “Scholars study the historical impact of Iberian-Romance languages on American English.”
• “The vibrant culture of Iberian-Romance languages communities enriches American society.”
• “Comprehending Iberian-Romance languages aids in deciphering numerous American English words.”
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well known from south park
rednecks get angrry that future folk took there jobs so they yell
They took ouare jerbs!
Them future folk took ouare jerbs!
jerb by Jimberley Kim April 7, 2005
Word of the Day on May 22, 2026
An Irish phrase meaning shit, derived from ass
(Not to be confused with the literal description of one's buttocks)
"Did you hear the song Aylek$ dropped?"
"Hardly. Her music is absolute cheeks."

"My boyfriend say LaFlame is cheeks."
"Tell your boyfriend I said it's his mixtape that's cheeks."
Cheeks by thecartisan April 26, 2020
Word of the Day on May 21, 2026

sans sheriff 

Lawless use of fonts or typography, with no regard to aesthetics or legibility
I'm putting this CV straight in the bin. Written totally sans sheriff.
sans sheriff by Jamarley July 3, 2019
Word of the Day on May 20, 2026

Breadhead 

Someone who is addicted to obtaining money and building wealth. A money addict and fanatic. Breadheads often work more than one full-time job, and some even participate in illicit activities to "obtain the bread".
A breadhead is like a crackhead, but for money instead of crack.
Breadhead by 🅱️ U S 3 4 8 March 30, 2022
Word of the Day on May 19, 2026

Stink lines

As seen in illustrations or cartoons: Wavy, vertical lines rising above a person, place or thing. Denotes a foul odor.
"You didn't put enough stink lines on your picture of the teacher."
Stink lines by Athene Airheart March 14, 2004
Word of the Day on May 18, 2026

schmegegge 

Yiddish slang word meaning bullshit, baloney, hogwash, nonsense, crock of shit or hot air.
I don't buy the schmegegge about Morty sleeping with Moira.
His version of the story was pure schmegegge.
The whole schmegegge was made up to get Liz a little bit of attention.
schmegegge by budsbabe February 1, 2008
Word of the Day on May 16, 2026