The Big Apple:

An etymological dictionary

Investigating the origins of American words, names, quotations and phrases. Over 41,000 entries.

“Take it with a grin of salt”

To "take it with a grain of salt" means not to worry too much about something. 'Grin of salt" is a popular malaprop of "grain of salt." Baseball pitcher Bob Feller…

SPK (salt, pepper, ketchup)

"SPK" stands for "salt, pepper and ketchup." The SPK combination is popular at restaurants and delis, where it is served on cheesesteaks and many egg dishes and sandwiches.…