Goolag (Google + gulag)
The American technology company Google has been called "Goolag" (Google + gulag) by those who believe that Google's corporate vision suppresses free speech on the internet. The…
Alphebetical for "g"
Goon
The "goon" started in New England college slang, but it quickly spread to New York City by 1911. (Oxford English Dictionary)goon[Perhaps a shortened form of dial. gooney (GONY 1) 'a…
Goonion (goon + labor union)
"Goonion" (from the words "goon" and "labor union") is a highly charged term used by a person who believes that unions operate like goons -- terrorizing opponents. The…
GOOP (GOP nickname)
The Republican party has been nicknamed the "GOP," standing for "Grand Old Party." "GOP GOOP" was cited in print in February 2009. "GOOP" was popularized by…
Goosey Night (October 30th)
Entry in progress -- B.P. Other Halloween-related nights include Cabbage Night, Chalk Night, Corn Night, Devil's Night, Doorbell Night, Gate Night, Mischief Night, Moving Night and Soap Night.…
GOP
"G.O.P." (or "GOP") for "Grand Old Party" (the Republican Party) was printed in the Wichita (KS) Weekly Beacon on November 39, 1881. There is some debate about who…
GOPbagger (GOP + teabagger)
"GOPbagger" (GOP + teabagger) is an epithet for a Republican who supports tea party principles. The term is considered derogatory because of the sexual slang use of the word…
GOPe or GOP-e
"GOPe" or "GOP-e" (GOP + e) usually stands for the Grand Old Party (Republican) establishment. "The three 'E's of the GOP-E" published on Free Republic on…
GOPer (member of the GOP)
A "GOPer" is a member of the Grand Old Party (or GOP). The term "GOPer" is rarely spoken and mainly appears in newspaper headlines as a shortened way to say…
GOPolitico (GOP + Politico)
Politico is a website that specializes in American politics. Some critics have claimed that Politico has a conservative/Republican bias. The nickname "GOPolitico" (GOP/Grand Old Party +…
GOPtard (GOP + retard)
"GOP 'tard" or "GOPtard" (GOP + retard) is an epithet used by some on the politica left against the political right. "GOP" (Grand Old Party) is a nickname of the…
Gordie Howe Hat Trick (one goal, one assist and one fight)
A "hat trick" in ice hockey is when a player scores three goals in one game. Gordie Howe (1928-2016) played professional hockey from 1946–1971 and then from 1973–1980; he was known…
Gordita
"Gordita" is Spanish for "little fat one." Taco Bell popularized the gordita when it introduced its "Gordita Supreme" in 1997, but the word "gordita" has…
Gorilla (grilled cheese sandwich)
Entry in progress -- B.P. Wikipedia: Grilled cheeseA grilled cheese (or toasted sandwich) is a hot sandwich typically prepared by heating one or more slices of cheese between slices of bread, with…
Gorilla Bread
Gorilla bread is a new recipe that's been cited on the internet from only 2000. Paula Deen served gorilla bread to Jimmy Carter on her Food Network show in 2005, and this helped popularize the…
Gorp (Granola, Oats, Raisins, Peanuts; Good Old Raisins and Peanuts)
"Gorp" is a simple, high-energy snack mix, usually consisting of nuts and raisins, with chocolate, granola, seeds and other ingredients often added. Other names for gorp include…
Goshen: Slow-Motion Goshen (nickname)
Goshen is a village with the town of Goshen; it is the country seat of Orange County, New York. Some have called the town "quiet" or "sleepy" and have nicknamed it…
Gospel Brunch
The "gospel brunch" was a regular feature at Lola's, a Cajun/Creole-style restaurant at 30 West 22nd Street in Chelsea from 1985-2004; in 2007, Lola's reopened at 15 Watts…
Gotcha Journalism
"Gotcha" ("Got you!") has been used since at least the early 1900s. William Safire's "On Language" column in the New York (NY) Times has had its "Gotcha!…
Gotham
"Gotham" is an old and well-known nickname, and I don't have much to add to this. It's best known today as the city that the comic character Batman protects. There is a Gotham…