English for Today by Ganiu Abisoye Bamgbose (Dr GAB)
BASIC ENGLISH
May you not experience a ~wicklow~ (nonstandard).
May you never experience a *whitlow* (standard).
Whitlow is any pussy inflammation of the end of a finger or toe.
We would need a ~bouncing castle~ (nonstandard).
We would need a *bouncy castle* (standard).
A bouncy castle is a large object filled with air, often in the shape of a castle, which children play on at a fairground or other outdoor event.
He is a ~Johnny just come~ (nonstandard).
He is a *Johnny-come-lately* (Standard).
A Johnny-come-lately is a brash newcomer, novice, or recruit.
GAB
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