The word cootie, otherwise known as the body louse, gained popularity as British slang during World War I but also had earlier nautical use. The word may come from the Malay kutu , "dog tick." ...

Like jargon everywhere, most nautical words and terms serve practical purposes. They allow the use of one or two words to replace a long description. For example, it’s easier to type “planing” than ...

Alexander Graham Bell suggested this nautical word be used when answering a telephone. 6. As a noun, it is a measurement of water depth. As a verb, it means "comprehend." 7.

Alexander Graham Bell suggested this nautical word be used when answering a telephone. 6. As a noun, it is a measurement of water depth. As a verb, it means "comprehend." 7.