When did daddy become a weird word?

No one over the age of 12 is calling anyone "daddy" without a tinge of something else there. If we get historical, its first use dates back to 1621, when prostitutes used it to refer to their pimps.
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When did daddy become a dirty word?

As Farhi noted, sexual use of 'daddy' dates at least as far back as 1681, which the Random House Historical Dictionary of American Slang cited as the earliest use by prostitutes referring to pimps and older customers.
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What did daddy mean in the 50s?

For something completely different, take a look at "daddy-o." This is a term of address for a male in hipster/beatnik vernacular (dating back to the 1950s/60s). The aspect of "daddy" that got developed on wasn't the "taking care of" part but the "adult male" part.
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What does daddy mean in the 1920s?

Daddy - a young woman's boyfriend or lover, especially if he's rich. Dame - a female. Dapper - a Flapper's dad. Darb - An excellent person or thing (as in "the Darb" - a person with money who can be relied on to. pay the check)
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What is the word daddy slang for?

/ (ˈdædɪ) / noun plural -dies. an informal word for father. the daddy slang, mainly US, Canadian and Australian the supreme or finest examplethe daddy of them all. slang the dominant male in a group; boss; top man.
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Is Zaddy a bad word?

A "zaddy" is a guy who's attractive and fashionable, with swag and sex appeal. Used in a sentence, you might say, "Did you see that guy at the mall?
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What can I say instead of daddy?

daddy
  • dad,
  • father,
  • old man,
  • pa,
  • papa.
  • (also poppa),
  • pater.
  • [chiefly British],
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What is a female Zaddy called?

What is a female zaddy? The term zaddy is gender-neutral.
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Is applesauce a curse word?

Applesauce: A mild curse, like “darn” (also, “Horsefeathers!”)
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What was petting in the 1920s?

They were called mushing parties in the West; fussing parties in the Midwest and spooning everywhere, the United Press noted later in 1921. Eventually some flappers began referring to party-petting as snugglepupping. By some, young women were seen as getting out of hand.
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When was Daddy-O used?

Used in the 1950s and 1960s as a term of endearment, or to appear "hip".
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Where did the term Daddy-O Come From?

Originally in the speech of jazz musicians and associated circles: used as a general form of address, especially between men, to indicate familiarity, amicability, or equality between the speaker and the person addressed. Compare "daddy".
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What are 5 slang words used from the 50s?

List of 1950s Slang:
  • Antsville: A congested place.
  • Knuckle sandwich: A punch in the face.
  • Shiner: A black eye.
  • Tank: A big car.
  • Ain't that a bite: That's too bad.
  • Ball: A really good time.
  • Flip your lid: Go Crazy.
  • Made in the shade: Something's guaranteed to be a success.
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What does daddy mean in dirty mind?

A man who takes an active or dominant role in a homosexual relationship, esp.
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What does Zaddy mean in a relationship?

Urban Dictionary defines a Zaddy as “a really handsome guy who is very appealing and looks really fashionable. He has to have swag and sex appeal and look sexy and attractive.”
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What does it mean when a girl calls you Big daddy?

someone or something dominantly important, powerful, wealthy, or, often, paternalistic.
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What does I'm all wet mean?

Completely wrong, mistaken, as in If you think you can beat the system and win at roulette, you're all wet. The original allusion in this expression is unclear, that is, how moisture or dampness is related to wrongness. [ Slang; first half of 1900s]
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What does kisser mean in the 1920s?

Kisser - Mouth. Lounge Lizard - a guy that is sexually active. Moll - A gangster's girl.
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What does dogs mean in 1920s slang?

“Dogs” was a 1920s slang word for feet. When people said their dogs were barking, they were referring to the fact that their feet were hurting. This 1920s phrase actually appeared in print in 1913 when a journalist for the New York Evening, T. A. Dorgan, used the term “dog” to represent his foot.
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What is a slang word for awesome?

Dope - Cool or awesome. GOAT - "Greatest of All Time" Gucci - Good, cool, or going well. Lit - Amazing, cool, or exciting. OMG - An abbreviation for "Oh my gosh" or "Oh my God"
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What does swag stand for?

Traditionally SWAG stands for Stuff We All Get, a.k.a. promotional products for marketing and giveaways, but swag (derived from swagger) also means cool, composed, and “with it.” Swag can be used as both a noun or a verb and continues to evolve in popular culture.
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Where did Zaddy originate?

"Zaddy" originated from a 2016 Ty Dolla $ign song by the same name.
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What can I call my boyfriend?

Adorable Nicknames for Boyfriends
  • Babe/Baby.
  • Buddy.
  • Bubba.
  • Bubs.
  • Fluffy.
  • Lovey.
  • Papa Bear.
  • PIC (as in "partner-in-crime)
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What names can I call my boyfriend?

If you're in a relationship, it's not unusual to give your partner nicknames, including but not limited to: bae, baby, my love, boo, sweetheart, etc. Turns out these pet names aren't just cute (even though, okay, some might sound silly), they can actually be a super important part of your relationship.
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