An etymology lesson on dongs with supplemental dick-tionary

Pub date May 7, 2009
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SectionSex Blog

By Juliette Tang


Here’s a sexual etymology lesson of the day. Did you know that the term “penis” is only 341 years old? English Dictionary lists as having been used from 1379-1668. Now how about that.

… And while we’re on the topic of etymology, I put together a Dick-tionary this morning for your enjoyment. This index has not yet been peer-reviewed, so please do not hesitate to inform us if there are any synonyms you would like us to add to this important list.