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[bill cobbett]

My thanks to the Ombudsman for the definitions of a few words of the Cy dialect in another thread.

In return, here is the OED reference to the oft used (in the rougher parts of South London ) word " Plonker "" - deserving I think of its own thread, given its common usage here. Perhaps this should be made a "sticky"?

(As well as meanings, below are also recorded first uses of the word.)

Plonker(noun)

A. The penis. Also in extended use.
to pull one's plonker: to masturbate; to pull a person's plonker: to deceive a person humorously or playfully; cf. to pull a person's leg at PULL v. Phrases 10a.

1949 E. PARTRIDGE Dict. Slang (ed. 3) Add. 1138/1 Plonker, penis: low: since ca. 1917. 1984 K. WATERHOUSE Thinks xx. 185 Why ever did you bother pulling me when all you're good for is pulling your plonker? 1988 Independent 21 Sept. 13/2 The 16,000 wives in the harem of Krishna used the sacred plonker as religious dildos. 1989 Re: Toothpaste, BMG & Columbia in rec.music.cd (Usenet newsgroup) 30 Oct., This, to my line of thinking, is someone pulling your plonker, so to speak. 1995 Empire May 110/1 Mr. Jobsworth realises I'm pulling his plonker and suggests I ‘leave’. 2003 Australian (Nexis) 24 June 13 Most male dogs have a u-shaped bone in their plonker.

B. A man who sanctions sexual relationships between his girlfriend and his male friends. Now rare.

1966 J. GASKELL All Neat in Black Stockings 72 If she'd been my daughter in fact I'd never have let her go out with an obvious plonker like myself. 1970 Sunday Truth (Brisbane) 13 Sept. 36/2 Do you know what a plonker is?It's a chap who shares his ladyfriends with his mate.

(I think this following definition c. is the context in which it is used in the Forum)

C. A foolish, inept, or contemptible person.

1981 J. SULLIVAN Only Fools & Horses (1999) I. 1st Ser. Episode 3. 30/1 Rodney! I didn't mean drive off! What a plonker! 1987 Times (Nexis) 22 Feb., [He] keeps the great lexicographers Fowler, Gowers and Partridge on his bookshelf at home, though Partridge, he opines with discernment, is ‘a bit of an ol' plonker’. 1988 Smash Hits 19 Oct. 9/3, I look at a dress and think because it's fashionable it'll look good and then I go out with it on and realise what a plonker I look. 2000 H. SIMPSON Hey Yeah Right (2001) 69 You're going to look a right plonker when the end of the world doesn't come, aren't you?

Interestingly from definition B - A man who sanctions sexual relationships between his girlfriend and his male friends; we are very,very close to the definition GR gives for the Cy word "pesevenghi". Coincidence or what?

[Paphitis]

Thank you BillC for enlightening and educating us in what seems to be a common vocab here at CF.

Your research is truly appreciated.

[bill cobbett]

Thank you BillC for enlightening and educating us in what seems to be a common vocab here at CF.

Your research is truly appreciated.

My thanks to the wise Poster From Real Paphos for his much appreciated comment.

[Zorba]

Tell that to Del Boys' brother Rodney

[Floda]

The TRUE definition of the word "PLONKER" is a derivative of the slang word for "WINE" or "PLONK" and is most commonly attached to anyone who habitually consumes and depends upon it [almost like an alcoholic] in order to either relax or obtain "Dutch Courage".

If any member knows of any such person so dependant THERE, you will find your classic "PLONKER".

The fact that Del Boy [or his mob] have chosen to frequently use the word in an incorrect fashion is a poor reflection upon THEM and a poorer one upon any who emulate such usage.

"Wine'Os" [or in it's singular form] "Wine'O", is THE term to use [slang wise] for one who has seriously succumbed to the fruits of the grape.

Under the influence of such, the imbiber usually develops quite intolerable habits and can be notoriously unable to accept the opinion of others on ANY subject.

In the medical profession, such addicts [for it is a form of addiction] are usually humoured which I personally feel is wrong since the patient becomes less able to recognize his/her dependance.

Far better to antagonize them, since such treatment may serve to send them completely around the twist and cause them to spout bollocks for the rest of their lives.

Therefore, a "PLONKER" is one who is on the downward slope towards "Wine'Oism" so be warned, take your wine in moderation and avoid the awful stigma that awaits the unwary.

[miltiades]

The TRUE definition of the word "PLONKER" is a derivative of the slang word for "WINE" or "PLONK" and is most commonly attached to anyone who habitually consumes and depends upon it [almost like an alcoholic] in order to either relax or obtain "Dutch Courage".

If any member knows of any such person so dependant THERE, you will find your classic "PLONKER".

The fact that Del Boy [or his mob] have chosen to frequently use the word in an incorrect fashion is a poor reflection upon THEM and a poorer one upon any who emulate such usage.

"Wine'Os" [or in it's singular form] "Wine'O", is THE term to use [slang wise] for one who has seriously succumbed to the fruits of the grape.

Under the influence of such, the imbiber usually develops quite intolerable habits and can be notoriously unable to accept the opinion of others on ANY subject.

In the medical profession, such addicts [for it is a form of addiction] are usually humoured which I personally feel is wrong since the patient becomes less able to recognize his/her dependance.

Far better to antagonize them, since such treatment may serve to send them completely around the twist and cause them to spout bollocks for the rest of their lives.

Therefore, a "PLONKER" is one who is on the downward slope towards "Wine'Oism" so be warned, take your wine in moderation and avoid the awful stigma that awaits the unwary.

I think that everyone can see that you are obsessed with Miltiades , be it the fact that you hold my persona in awe or that in some weird and kinky way you derive some bizzare satisfaction from being constantly engrossed with my person.
Weird assumption it is not , weird behaviour by you it most certainly IS.
Come clean and come out boy !

[Floda]

The TRUE definition of the word "PLONKER" is a derivative of the slang word for "WINE" or "PLONK" and is most commonly attached to anyone who habitually consumes and depends upon it [almost like an alcoholic] in order to either relax or obtain "Dutch Courage".

If any member knows of any such person so dependant THERE, you will find your classic "PLONKER".

The fact that Del Boy [or his mob] have chosen to frequently use the word in an incorrect fashion is a poor reflection upon THEM and a poorer one upon any who emulate such usage.

"Wine'Os" [or in it's singular form] "Wine'O", is THE term to use [slang wise] for one who has seriously succumbed to the fruits of the grape.

Under the influence of such, the imbiber usually develops quite intolerable habits and can be notoriously unable to accept the opinion of others on ANY subject.

In the medical profession, such addicts [for it is a form of addiction] are usually humoured which I personally feel is wrong since the patient becomes less able to recognize his/her dependance.

Far better to antagonize them, since such treatment may serve to send them completely around the twist and cause them to spout bollocks for the rest of their lives.

Therefore, a "PLONKER" is one who is on the downward slope towards "Wine'Oism" so be warned, take your wine in moderation and avoid the awful stigma that awaits the unwary.

I think that everyone can see that you are obsessed with Miltiades , be it the fact that you hold my persona in awe or that in some weird and kinky way you derive some bizzare satisfaction from being constantly engrossed with my person.
Weird assumption it is not , weird behaviour by you it most certainly IS.
Come clean and come out boy !

Amused rather than obsessed old chap, I have spent considerable time looking at your past posts and do wonder what earthly good you expect your inane ramblings to do.

You are undoubtably THE most vulgar member [as far as I have seen] and yet you constantly aspire to represent the people of Cyprus whilst simultaneously pandering to every whim of the nations that have brought death and destruction to the country.

The fact that YOU deserted your country's cause and took refuge in the land of the aggressor [where you have apparently carved yourself a little comfort] does not give you license to now sell your couintry [the one you profess to love so well] to those who would now seek to inflict even more destruction upon it.

You have often made mention of your generosity, I say to YOU, better you should be a scrooge and maintain your dignity and allegiance to the land of your birth, rather than a prolific benefactor to those who would rain death and destruction upon the heads of your own countrymen.

I think you are a sham and a vile representation of the many brave patriots who gave their lives in the struggles for their freedom.

Freedom from those that you so admire and now fawn upon like a whipped dog ever ready to lick the hand of his cruel master.

Perhaps you see something of benefit to YOU in adopting the attitudes you do, certainly I doubt if you are really concerned about the well-being of your own [beloved as you would have us believe] countrymen.

I do not expect to find much favour in your eyes, you should know that those who speak truly of you are your friends, those that follow and fawn after you are a danger to your own perceptions, wake up old man, time is running out.

IMHO.

[Bubble 'n' squeak]

The definition of "PLONKER" is FLODA!

[Floda]

The definition of "PLONKER" is FLODA!

Your past posts and frequent contributions to the "Game Section" will no doubt enhance your standing among your fellow inadequate companions in due course.

Who knows, at the rate some of you are engaging in drivel, you may some day be V.I.P's.

Quite an achievement for the underclasses and dredges of humanity I reckon.

[Bubble 'n' squeak]

The definition of "PLONKER" is FLODA!

Your past posts and frequent contributions to the "Game Section" will no doubt enhance your standing among your fellow inadequate companions in due course.

Who knows, at the rate some of you are engaging in drivel, you may some day be V.I.P's.

Quite an achievement for the underclasses and dredges of humanity I reckon.

How tall are you Floda? By my reckoning your probably 5ft!!!?? Small man syndrome I think we have here!! And you probably have a small DICK too.