Ok so I was looking for historical slang terms for penis (gotta be era-accurate when writing vintage dick jokes) and I came acrossâŠ.something
some linguist compiled a literal timeline of genitalia slangâa cock compendium, if you willâthat dates back all the way to the fucking 13th CENTURY. This motherfucker tracked the evolution of erection etymology through 800+ years, because if he doesnât do it, who else will? Thank you for your service, Johnathon Green.
Some of my favorites include:
Shaft of Delight (1700s)
Womb Sweeper (1980s)
Master John Goodfellow (1890s)
Nimble-Wimble (1650s)
Corporal Love (1930s)
Staff of Life (1880s)
Spindle (1530s)
As good as ever twanged (1670s)
Gaying Instrument (1810s)
Beef Torpedo (1980s)
and last but not least, the first recorded use of the word Schlong, which was in 1865 CE. Tag yourself, Iâm Nimble WimbleÂ
And are the lovely ladies feeling left out? not to worry! Johnathonâs got you covered, gals, because he also made one for vaginas. Highlights:
Mrs. Fubbâs Parlor (1820s)
Poontang (1950s)
Spunk Box (1720s)
Ringerangroo (1930s)
Ineffable (1890s)
Itching Jenny (1890s)
Carnal Mantrap (1890s - a busy decade apparently)
Bookbinderâs Wife (1760s)
Rough Malkin (1530s)
Socket (1460s)
and a personal favorite, crinkum-crankum, circa approximately 1670.
@antique-symbolism
this alone has justified the internet















