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Slang of the Roaring 20’s:

Slang of the Roaring 20’s

Flappers; :

Flappers; They were young women that did what many men did, like smoke, drink, and listen to jazz. They also wore scandalous and loose clothing for the time, giving them the nickname “Flapper”

Speakeasies:

Speakeasies These were establishments that illegally sold Alcoholic beverages during the Prohibition era Also called a “blind pig” or a “blind tiger”

Moonshine :

Moonshine It was ahomemade whisky made in the probation era It earned many names, including Hooch, white lightning, and mountain dew.

Flyboy:

Flyboy This was a glamorous term for anyone who flew a plane Charles Lindbergh was a famous aviator at the time

Fish :

Fish It was used as both as a term for a collage freshman, and a first- timer in prison

Wanna see more?:

Wanna see more? see http://local.aaca.org/bntc/slang/slang.htm For more slang terms.