Notes on Victorian Slang with Millie Bobby Brown and Henry Cavill

Introduction

• Participants: Millie Bobby Brown, Henry Cavill, Sam Claflin
• Topic: Testing knowledge of Victorian slang in relation to their film "Enola Holmes".

Victorian Slang Terms Discussed

1. Bags of Mystery

• Meaning: Something unknown or surprising in a bag.
• Example Interpretation: Could relate to shopping bags containing food or other items.
• Humor: Discussion of various items that could be inside, including meat pies and sweets.

2. Bricky

• Meaning: Feeling scared or nervous.
• Example: "I'm bricking it."
• Related Terms: Compared to being 'smart' or 'bright', but mainly associated with fear.

3. Bang Up to the Elephant

• Suggested Meaning: Very crowded or cramped.
• Example Usage: "I’m going to bang up to the elephant," possibly referencing a local pub.
• Explanation: Possibly originated from the cramped conditions of traveling circuses.

4. Butter Upon Bacon

• Suggested Meaning: Something that is really good or desirable.
• Comparison: Similar to phrases like "tea bag vs. milk first" indicating preference.
• Humor: Discussion around unexpected or contrasting comparisons.

5. Chukaboo

• Meaning: A term of endearment, like "my little darlings."
• Usage: Describing someone affectionately.

6. Mieter

• Suggested Meaning: Someone who meets people, akin to a greeter.
• Humor: Comparison made to a butcher or a meter maid.

7. Nanti-narcing

• Suggested Meaning: To stop rambling or to be more straightforward.
• Context: Could relate to someone being overly talkative or nagging.

8. Skillimalink

• Suggested Meaning: A playful insult, possibly describing a thief or liar.
• Humor: Comparison to a character from "The Hobbit".

9. Sauce Box

• Suggested Meaning: A compliment or flirty remark.
• Example: Describing someone with a saucy personality.

10. Take the Egg

• Suggested Meaning: Likely relates to a playful or competitive situation, possibly a game.
• Comparison: Similar to the expression "takes the biscuit", indicating a winner or noteworthy action.

Conclusion

• The participants enjoyed exploring the quirky nature of Victorian slang.
• Encouragement to watch their film "Enola Holmes" for more context and fun.