While international, British ‘Toad in the Hole’ (food) and ‘Toad of Toad Hall’ (Wind in Willows) show cultural integration.
Toad
Etymology & History
British amphibian or contemptible person. British dual animal and insult meaning. Common British garden creature. 'Old toad' British insult. Reflects British wildlife and abuse vocabulary.
Word Details
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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