Jul 01, 20 with a single phrase, rachel jeantel, that friend of trayvon martins, may have lit a fuse in the trial of his accused killer. A cracker is a thin, crisp biscuit which is often eaten with cheese. A term in southeastern united states english to describe poor white trash, derived from the scottish meaning of the verb to crack, which, in this sense denotes ostentation. The term is interchangable with ambrosia, for it is indeed the food of the gods, though this is little. Cracker, sometimes white cracker, is a contemptuous term used for white people, used especially against poor rural whites in the southern united states. Cracker, sometimes white cracker, is a contemptuous term used for white people, used. A term in southeastern united states english to describe poor white trash, derived from the scottish meaning of the verb to crack, which, in this sense. Cracker definition and meaning collins english dictionary. The term cracker was also given to the farm hands that would work on the plantations as slave drivers. What does the racial term cracker mean and how did the term. Another theory is that the term refers to whips that crackers used to drive slaves or cattle. Would you like some marmite and cucumber on crackers. Apr 14, 2020 marmite f plural marmites pot, cooking pot, marmite military, slang heavy shell. To celebrate world emoji day yes, this is indeed a.
With a single phrase, rachel jeantel, that friend of trayvon martins, may have lit a fuse in the trial of his accused killer. Marmite definition english definition dictionary reverso. How marmite spread its way through journalism mind your. Marmite definition and meaning collins english dictionary. One theory is that it refers to the cracked corn that was a major part of the diet of poor southern whites. Apr 11, 2018 marmite and vegemite are definitely divisive food products. Crackers definition of crackers by the free dictionary. Marmite can definition of marmite can by merriamwebster. Its what i term marmite architecture you either love it or you hate it, theres no in between, black said. English may have borrowed the word into the language on two occasions, as the oed s different regional and military citations suggest. If catalyst is used to aid pyrolysis it is informally called a cat cracker slang, chiefly britain a fine thing or person crackerjack. A whole mess of white people like to get worked up about the word cracker, some in the mistaken belief that this will somehow result in permission to use the nword. Marmite xo is matured four times longer to create a fullerbodied, stronger flavoured marmite. A black, gooey spread, almost a form of yeast extract, allthough far superior, produced by the allmighty bestfoods corporation, the only true marmite being made in england.
Click on the first link on a line below to go directly to a page where marmite is defined. Marmite can definition is a large insulated container used to bring hot food to frontline troops. Information and translations of marmite in the most comprehensive dictionary definitions resource on. If you know of another definition of cracker that should be included here, please let us know. All of our slang term and phrase definitions are made possible by our wonderful visitors. Feb 20, 2017 marmite spread on buttered toast is one of my ultimate comfort foods.
I enjoy a little marmite on my spotted dick and then stuffing a toad in my. One theory holds that the term comes from the common diet of poor whites. Search marmite and thousands of other words in english definition and synonym dictionary from reverso. Information and translations of marmite in the most comprehensive dictionary definitions resource on the web. Wikipedia, lexilogos, oxford, cambridge, chambers harrap, wordreference, collins lexibase dictionaries, merriam webster. This salty paste has a devoted following in many parts of the globe, but others despise it because of its strong, meaty flavor. People who love me have learned to tell when its been a trying day. You can complete the definition of marmite given by the english definition dictionary with other english dictionaries. Its the in my opinion delicious, thick, dark brown spread that more discerning brits love to eat on toast and crackers.
Buy products such as marmite peanut butter crunchy 225g delicious breakfast spread, marmite yeast extract spread, 4. Cracker slang article about cracker slang by the free. In american slang,what does a cracker mean,and is it. Apr 22, 2010 marmite has previously been used as a comparison, though mostly in reference to its need to be spread thinly or thickly, if that is what you really like. Theyre so popular, we wrote a british slang dictionary that has sold. Refinery equipment used to pyrolyse organic feedstocks. Marmite is in the top ten of confiscated items and the most confiscated branded food item, but the most commonly seized items are wait for it snow globes. Marmite is well known for evoking a love or hate reaction amongst people. Marmite meaning in the cambridge english dictionary.
While not commonly found in the united states, marmite is a spread made from brewers yeast that is popular in the united kingdom. Definition of marmite, buzzword from macmillan dictionary. According to the algorithm behind urban thesaurus, the top 5 slang words for cracker are. It is possible the name you are searching has less than five occurrences per year. I am likely sitting down to marmite in some form or fashion and a large cup of tea the larger the better.
Cracker, sometimes white cracker, is a usually disparaging term for poor whites, mainly used in the southern united states, but in recent decades in usage throughout north america. I had a bit of an accident in marmite today, but im thankful. Marmite definition of marmite by the free dictionary. It is sometimes used in a neutral context in reference to a native of florida or georgia see florida cracker and georgia cracker. Social security administration public data, the first name marmite was not present. Marmite definition, a metal or earthenware cooking pot with a cover, usually large and often having legs.
Its also anything that cracks, like a firecracker or a computer code cracker, or of course, that thin. Slang word used to refer to those of european ancestry. Marmite, by contrast, represents a more unusual example because it functions as an adjective, and has less of a literal meaning i. Click here to find out more and to purchase your personalised limited edition jar. Spread toast with a liberal amount of butter, and then top with a very thin layer of vegemite. Marmite and vegemite are definitely divisive food products. Definition of the slang term cracker with an example. Using your hands, roll into thick sausage shape, wrap in clingfilm and place in the fridge for an hour. Oct 14, 2016 marmite as such emerges by 1805, commonly employed by soldiers, who later used it slang for potlike bombs during world war i. Marmite is made from yeast extract, a byproduct of beer brewing. We found 26 dictionaries with english definitions that include the word marmite. Here are ten astonishing benefits of marmite that will turn your hatred into love.
Information and translations of cream cracker in the most comprehensive dictionary definitions resource on the web. But give it another shot, and do it like the aussies do. Cracker something thats great, like the best bargain for the day being the cracker of. For those accustomed to sweet spreads for your toast as most americans are, the first taste of vegemite can be a shock to the system. If catalyst is used to aid pyrolysis it is informally called a catcracker slang, chiefly britain a. The word is thought to have either derived from the sound of a whip being cracked by slave owners, or. It is a byproduct of beer brewing and is produced by dutchbritish company unilever. Marmite definition is a usually tall covered cooking pot. Marmite the adjective can be used either attributively or predicatively. Marmite has previously been used as a comparison, though mostly in reference to its need to be spread thinly or thickly, if that is what you really like. Marmite as such emerges by 1805, commonly employed by soldiers, who later used it slang for potlike bombs during world war i. Add salt and pepper, grated cheese and marmite and mix into a firm dough. Thats right, those little model scenes surrounded by liquid that when you shake them give you the illusion of snow falling on.