Which word came first? Richard, Dick, or Penis? (lemmy.world)

submitted 4 months ago by over_clox@lemmy.world to c/asklemmy@lemmy.ml

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And why the hell are they even associated in the first place?

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[-] Num10ck@lemmy.world 9 points 4 months ago

Just pointing out that Yiddish has several dozen words for types of dick, used to describe men's personality or status. Like Schmuck. I'm told Yiddish has zero words for Vagina, out of respect.

[-] Thavron@lemmy.ca 2 points 4 months ago

Yutz?

[-] Peppycito@sh.itjust.works 2 points 4 months ago

Minge?

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