62. Humdudgeon

This episode sees Kyle and Emily discuss the meaning and origin of humdudgeon. And believe us–this word is nothing to gripe about! This slang word from Scotland is great for when you’re feeling ill, falsely or otherwise, and you want to make sure everybody knows about it. Our hosts explore how it’s been used to describe an unnecessary whine, a genuine sickness, or a downright coward. In breaking down this blended word, they uncover the nonsense that Scrooge was talking about when he uttered his most famous phrase: “Bah humbug!” And that’s not the only Charles Dickens character full of anger in this episode. And, before they close out, our hosts also reveal an unexpected connection between a Scottish author and a breed of terrier. Join us every week as we explore the fascinating origins and meanings of words, uncovering the hidden stories behind language and how it evolves over time, for language enthusiasts and etymology buffs alike. Like and follow us on Instagram and Facebook @ButterNoParsnipsPodcast Follow us on TikTok @ButterNoParsnips Support us! ⁠www.patreon.com/ButterNoParsnips⁠ Produced by Seth Gliksman, Kyle Imperatore, and Emily Moyers Main theme and accompanying themes by Kyle Imperatore