epiphany risk n.— «What is “epiphany risk?” Davos is full of bankers but this term is of recent enough vintage—and its humor black enough—that Howard Davies could get some good laughs when he gave the definition. “The sudden realization...
minilith n.— «Legible London minilith…A prototype pedestrian wayfinding post competes with the Christmas lights in South Molton Street.» —“Legible London minilith” by diamond geezer Flickr Nov. 27, 2007...
Londongrad n.— «The world remains in love with all things English, not least of all London, affectionately known as “Londongrad” by our Russian admirers.» —“London property market: London eye” by Lulu...
basting n.— «My friend Hatty is “basting” every month in London with a gay male friend who has offered to help her have the baby she longs for.» —“Why we all need to commit” by Camilla Cavendish Times (London...
victory-lapper n.—Gloss: a high school student who takes more than four years to graduate. Note: A similar term at the college level is super senior. «As a fifth-year student at Mother Teresa, Matt Rossoni is what’s known as a...
custody suite n.— «The City of London is looking for a number of Independent Custody Visitors to keep an eye on the conditions at the City’s two “custody suites,” as they are euphemistically known, at the police stations at...