>To taunt, ridicule, or tease, especially for embarrassing mistakes or faults. See synonyms at ridicule.
>n.
>1. The act or an instance of twitting.
>2. A reproach, gibe, or taunt.
>3. Slang. A Silly, foolishly annoying person
>
>The definition I've know all my life is 'a silly and annoying person.' It's not very common nowadays though. It was never used in a derogatory manner though - it was used more in jest - a silly word, not a mean one. I think it loses the humour (it's really a silly term) in translation to other cultures and languages.
I think you're right. Ever see Monty Pythons 'Upper-class Twit of the year' skit?
Previous
Next
Reply
View the map of this thread
View the map of this thread starting from this message only
View all messages of this thread
View all messages of this thread starting from this message only