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tomahawk: From an Algonquian word meaning 'cutting edge', they could be dug up as well as buried.
peace pipe: This ceremonial pipe is still a symbol of cordial relations.
backwoods: An early version of living off the grid.
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Internet Guide to Jazz Age Slang
An alphabetical listing of twenties slang.
Website of the public radio show about words and language.
A searchable dictionary of words and idioms.