Verboticism: Linghost
DEFINITION: To unconsciously adopt the vocal mannerisms and linguistic stylings of the people with whom you are speaking.
Linghost
Created by: purpleartichokes
Pronunciation: lin-gost
Sentence: After visiting New York, I realized I was left with a linghost when I ordered lobstah with with gahlic sooahce.
Etymology: lingo, ghost
Points: 734
Comments: Linghost
Jabberwocky - 2007-09-12: 09:54:00
sort of like Casper the friendlinghost
OZZIEBOB - 2007-09-12: 17:29:00
It's all getting a bit spooky for me. When I wish to contact the spirit world, I talk to my barman. Nice word it sorta lingers.