1920s Slang That Needs To Make A Comeback

These phrases are the cat’s pajamas.

Meaning: A declaration of praise for a close friend.
"Attaboy, Frank! Your investment in the stock market is sure to have you spinning nickels in no time!"

Gams

Gams

Meaning: Legs (specifically a lady's)
"Get a load of the gams on Louise! Her legs are like the stock market: They go up, up, up forever!"

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Meaning: Drunk
"We got spifflicated at the gin joint and wisely invested all of our money in the stock market, whose roaring performance will surely continue well into the Roaring '30s, Roaring '40s, and the Money For Everyone '50s!"

The Cat’s Meow

The Cat’s Meow

Meaning: A person or thing that is extremely excellent
"America's economic performance is the cat's meow!"

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