Glossary
Dive into Craven’s Lexicon
Welcome to a treasure trove of terms that only the most eccentric of minds could conjure. Whether you’re curious about the finer points of “gimperous” tendencies, the nuances of “gitisme,” or the sartorial elegance of “pammerin’” attire, this glossary is your indispensable guide to navigating the twisted corridors of Craven’s fictionalised Bristol.
6 terms
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Jacquerie (n.) /ˈdʒæk.wə.riː/
Peasants revolt in 1358, centred on the Oise Valley North of Paris.
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Jacuzzi Culture (n. phrase) /dʒəˈkuː.zi ˈkʌl.tʃər/
The subterranean etiquette governing bodily display, passive-aggressive politics, and erotic self-dissolution in communal spa areas. Particularly manifest at Pex 'n Quads, Quads & Pex down like fuckin’ Easton and Sleaze’s tantric retreats.
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Jafakan (n.) /ˈdʒæ.fə.kən/
Cod patois spoken by middle class White kids, q.v. wigger below
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Jakes (n.) /dʒeɪks/
Ladies’ or gentlemen’s water closet [late medieval vernacular].
- late
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Jouissance suivant un coup de main (n. phrase) /ʒwi.sɑ̃s sɥi.vɑ̃ œ̃ ku də mɛ̃/
Post-masturbatory orgasm [French].
- French
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Junquies /ˈdʒʌŋ.kiz/
Junkies [vernacular]. Frequently observable near pharmacies, scagsmiths and other civic amenities.