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15 Ιουν 2011 · Adj. sense of "perpendicular, vertical" is from mid-15c.; the notion of "exact measurement" led to extended sense of "completely, downright" (1748), sometimes spelled plump or plunk. Edit re: British vs. American use:
14 Φεβ 2024 · One such term that brings color and zest to the English language is “plum.” Let’s explore how this seemingly ordinary fruit has become an integral part of the English lang’s colloquial lexicon.
14 Φεβ 2024 · The plum slang term in English, despite its fruity origins, is a captivating example of language evolution. Whether it’s calling a friend a ‘plum’ in jest or eying a ‘plum job’ in the Wall Street Journal, this flexible term resonates across cultures and continents.
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6 Αυγ 2009 · I am a bit intrigued by the figurative uses of the word 'plum' as an adjective or noun. 'A plum job' is 'a very good (or cushy) job', so it is positive in meaning; on the other hand, someone I know, the other day, here in London, used 'plum' as a noun to mean 'someone foolish' or 'an idiot'.
15 Φεβ 2024 · In present-day slang, particularly in British English, ‘plum’ has a fascinating variation in meaning. It refers to a person of higher social standing showing a high degree of self-importance or pretentiousness.
'Plum' refers to a fruit and describes pleasant things. 'Plump' describes full, rounded forms. 'Plumb' has several meanings having to do with plumbing, experience, verticality, and as a synonym of 'absolutely.'
