humdudgeon

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humdudgeon - (Scot., obs.) n., any imaginary illness or pain; an unnecessary outcry or complaint; a coward.


Current from the late 18th century until it died out around 1900 -- which I regret, as it seems such a useful synonym for the mulligrubs. Apparently a blend of hum(bug), hoax/nonsense + dudgeon, ill humor.

Bonus word: heel-grifter


Administrivia: skipping tomorrow because Stateside holiday plans.

---L.

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Fun word