11 Entries Tagged “Medieval”

Funny Jobs

1. Foot-Holder

Medieval Welsh kings employed a foot-holder whose duty it was to rub his feet. See also Medieval.

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Funny Diseases

2. The Dancing Plague of 1518

An epidemic of people dancing until they died. See also Medieval.

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Funny Words

3. Euouae

A type of cadence in medieval music, but better known for being the English language's longest word composed only of vowels. See also Medieval.

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Funny Jobs

4. Groom of the King's Close Stool

A trusted man whose job it was to wipe the king's bottom. See also Bathroom, Medieval, Scatological.

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5. Derring-Do

Another form of daring, especially of the heroic or archaic sort. See also Medieval.

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6. Ensorcell

To enchant or fascinate. See also Medieval.

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Funny Instruments

7. Trumpets Festooned With Flags

Almost always played for the king gnawing on a giant turkey leg. See also Medieval, Royalty, Wealth.

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8. Slubberdegullion

A medieval insult meaning a mean, dirty wretch. See also Medieval.

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Funny Foods

9. Pullet Broth with Prunes

See also Medieval.

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10. Crustade

An egg and chicken pie topped with whole chicken parts. See also Medieval.

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