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15 Ιουν 2011 · Plumb is also commonly used in Britain in the phrase the plumb spot, i.e., the best possible position: e.g., in golf, I dropped the ballon the green in the plumb spot to sink it in one, or I've got seats in a plumb spot to see the match. However, it's a bit old fashioned now – tends to be used by middle aged and older people.
14 Φεβ 2024 · As a slang, a ‘plum’ usually stands as a metaphor for something desirable or of significant value, such as a lucrative job or role. Usage Over Time. Plum slang usage originated in the mid-18th-century England, where it was often used to refer to £1000, a significant sum at the time.
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.
A plum is someone who is considered to be physically attractive and sexually appealing. They are often seen as being "ripe for the picking" and are pursued by others who are interested in them. The term "plum" is often used in a derogatory manner, particularly when it comes to women.
15 Φεβ 2024 · The word ‘plum’ in conventional slang refers to desirable or rewarding opportunities, deriving from the pleasantness and richness of the plum fruit. This usage dates back to the 17th century. In present-day slang, particularly in British English, ‘plum’ has a fascinating variation in meaning.
6 Αυγ 2009 · The term plum is widely used to describe someone who is an idiot, or to use other colloquial terms knob or bell end. I'll let you use your imaginations to make the link. I've got no references to confirm this, however, myself and my peers have always used the term in this context.
7 Αυγ 2022 · What does calling someone a plum mean? “Plum” as an adjective means “ desirable,” as in “a plum job.” The Dictionary of American Slang says that usage arose around 1825, and may be related to Little Jack Horner and how good and lucky he was to pull “plums” out of pies. By then, the British were already considering something good to be “plummy.”
