TWAT! It's a pregnant fish

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Upton, Clive; Parry, David; Widdowson, John David Allison (1994). Survey of English Dialects: The Dictionary and Grammar. UK: Routledge. p.451. ISBN 9780415020299. The Century Dictionary of the English Language and Encyclopedic Lexicon. Vol.XXIII. New York: Century. 1891. p.6548 . Retrieved 13 July 2020. One of the more curious claims surrounding its usage is that it refers to a pregnant fish, particularly a goldfish. In this article, we will explore the origins and veracity of the claim that “twat” is a term for a pregnant fish. Origins and Folklore

A person who is silly, insignificant, or contemptible is not worth our time or attention. They are not worthy of respect or admiration. Who’s a dweeb Local colloquialisms and regional interpretations can give rise to different understandings of words. In some instances, the male fish carries the developing embryos and is responsible for incubating the eggs before releasing them into the water. Examples of such fish include seahorses, leafy sea dragons and pipefishes. This, however, isn’t ‘pregnancy’ in the classic sense, as the male fish fertilises the female’s eggs (internally) and once the developing eggs reach a certain age, the female transfers the eggs to the male. The embryos then continue to develop inside the male’s ‘brood pouch’ (some species can actually provide nourishment, osmoregulation, and oxygenation to their developing embryos through their brood pouch) until they’re mature enough to be released into the water as fry. To Conclude…

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a b "twat". The American Heritage Dictionary entry: twat. Houghton Mifflin Harcourt . Retrieved 24 July 2020. Not all female goldfish will drop their eggs when they are ready to lay them. Some will hold onto them until a male fertilizes them. However, if you see eggs falling out of your goldfish, it’s a good indicator that she is pregnant and getting ready to lay her eggs. Caring For A Pregnant Goldfish While folklore and regional variations in language can lead to diverse interpretations, it is essential to consider the scientific understanding of fish reproduction and the commonly accepted definitions of words.

If you call someone a twerp, you are insulting them and saying that they are silly or stupid. Is SMEG a swear word The two unquoted citations were a 1656 translation of Martial's Epigrams [21] [24] and a 1719 bawdy song by Thomas d'Urfey. [21] [25] In 1986 the Supplement to the OED deleted the "obsolete" label and added twentieth-century quotations and the figurative insult as a second sense. [26] [22] In fish, fertilisation of eggs can be either internal or external, with many species of fish having evolutionary fin adaptations to facilitate internal fertilisation. Similarity, the development of embryos can also occur internally or externally – with some fish species even switching partway through embryo development. In fact, there are actually five classifications of ‘reproductive strategies’ in relation to the development of the zygote and its (inter)relationship with its parents; these are as follows: If you notice that your goldfish’s belly is starting to look swollen, it’s a good indicator that she may be pregnant. However, it’s important to note that not all goldfish show this symptom. Some female goldfish can carry eggs without their belly looking swollen at all.

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Ideally, the best option would be to support local fish stores that specialize in aquariums, as they often provide a more personalized experience and expert advice. To evaluate the claim that a “twat” refers to a pregnant fish, it is necessary to consider the reproductive process of fish. This means that goldfish pregnancy can be quite different from mammalian animals and live-bearing fish. However, there are still signs to look out for that can indicate whether your goldfish is carrying eggs or not. Goldfish will lay eggs, then the eggs will normally hatch 3-7 days after being fertilized. If the eggs aren’t fertilized, they will not hatch, which can be a reason many goldfish eggs do not hatch. What time of year do goldfish lay eggs?

Pregnant goldfish need extra care and attention to ensure that they are healthy and that their fry has the best survival chance. Be sure to provide a good spawning environment and high-quality food to your pregnant goldfish to help her through this important time. Based on available information and linguistic research, the claim that “twat” is a term for a pregnant fish, specifically a goldfish, is not supported by credible sources or established dictionaries.Wright, Joseph (1892). A Grammar of the Dialect of Windhill. London, UK: Truebner and Co. pp. 77, 251. Twat is an English-language vulgarism which means the vulva or vagina, and is used figuratively as a derogatory epithet. [1] [2] [3] In British English, it is a common insult referring to an obnoxious or stupid person regardless of gender; [1] [3] in American English, it is rarer and usually used to insult a woman. [1] [2] [4] In Britain, the usual pronunciation rhymes with "hat", while Americans most often use the older pronunciation that rhymes with "squat". This is reflected in the former variant spelling of "twot". [5] a b c d Mohr, Melissa (2013). Holy Shit: A Brief History of Swearing. Oxford University Press. p.189. ISBN 9780199908479 . Retrieved 5 June 2020. Browne, Thomas (1711). "A Sober Slip in the Dark". The Works. Vol.II. Briscoe. p.182 . Retrieved 11 July 2020. Floot, Alison (21 August 2008). " 'Offensive' word to be removed from Jacqueline Wilson book". The Guardian . Retrieved 13 March 2010.