21. “Clanger”
an obvious and careless error or oversight.
Unrelatedly, a children’s television program from the 1970s called “Clangers” was about pink, mouse-like animals who lived on the moon.
You made a clanger drop there.
22. “Codswallop”
Something fabricated, frequently for dramatic effect.
Although its roots are unknown, the phrase may have come from the words “cod” and “wallop,” which traditionally meant “imitation” and “beer,” respectively. This would indicate that “codswallop” is the sort of nonsense you conjure up when intoxicated.
What a bunch of codswallop, I tell you!
23. “Cost a bomb”
Expensive.
“Your watch is stunning,”
It cost a fortune, so I should hope so.
24. “Cream crackered”
If you’re “cream crackered,” Cockney slang for “knackered,” you’re exceedingly exhausted.
In the 19th and 20th centuries, a “knacker” was a person who killed worn-out horses for their flesh, hoofs, and skin. In other words, if you’re “ready for the knacker’s yard,” you’re beyond weary.
“I’ve already lost it this week, and it’s just Tuesday. I have a cream cracker.”
25. “Curtain twitcher”
A “curtain twitcher” is a nosy neighbor who is frequently seen watching their street’s activity out of a curtained window.
“Anything that occurs on this street captivates his attention. Even though he is a bloody curtain twitcher, he won’t sign for our packages.”
26. “Dench”
When used in opposition to someone else, the adjective “dench” is akin to the words “solid” or “cool.” Dench is used to support anything that is outstanding or pleasing.
The phrase “means anything you want,” according to its purported inventor, British rapper Lethal Bizzle, who was quoted as saying to the Guardian.
We’re having spaghetti carbonara for supper, I promise.
“Dench.”
27. “Dim”
Someone who is clever may be called “bright,” whereas someone who lacks common knowledge can be called “dim.”
She is quite dull.
28. “Doddle”
A “doddle” is a simple task.
The word could be a play on the word “toddle,” which refers to a small child’s first steps.
“This will be simple as pie.”
29. “Dog’s dinner”
A disaster or fiasco is a “dog’s meal”; it is also frequently referred to as a “dog’s breakfast.”
“You’ve turned that into a dog’s meal.”
30. “Faff”
Faffing is the term for time wasted accomplishing very little.
The word “faff” dates back to the 17th century and implies to flap around in the wind.
We were only playing around.
