Word Of The Day

July 9, 2026

A new slang word, decoded and sourced, every day. Featured on July 9, 2026.

noun General Slang
0
tough stick

A patient whose veins are very hard to cannulate

"Grab the ultrasound — she's a notorious tough stick."
Full Definition
Previous Day Next Day

Previous Words Of The Day

Jul 28 trucha Caló for 'heads up' — stay sharp, watch your back. Jul 27 freshies Fresh, untracked lines in new snow. Jul 26 Oppa Korean for 'older brother' used by women — turned into stan-speak for... Jul 25 making groceries Doing the food shop, NOLA-style. Jul 24 fully Completely, absolutely Jul 23 clemmed Starving, properly hungry. Jul 22 Collar / collaring The symbol of ownership in D/s — and the ceremony of accepting a submi... Jul 21 keepie-uppie Juggling the ball to keep it off the ground. Jul 20 Cod Polari for bad, naff or tacky — the opposite of bona. Jul 19 bed blocker Patient medically fit but stuck occupying a bed Jul 18 bubble A paid subscription for direct text messages from idols. Jul 17 gap it To leave quickly; to bolt Jul 16 fizzy drink A soft drink; soda Jul 15 puppy love Young, innocent, often fleeting romantic infatuation.