John Thomas

John Thomas

/ˌdʒɒn ˈtɒməs/ /dʒɒn ˈtɒməs/
Noun General

Penis (old-fashioned euphemism)

Example Sentences

"He showed her his John Thomas."

Etymology & History

Victorian euphemism for penis, possibly from the common name suggesting everyman. Popularized by D.H. Lawrence's "Lady Chatterley's Lover" (1928).

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Victorian
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Language
Moderate
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Formality
Informal

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