Polari

Concept

A micro-language created in England and used specifically by gay people to evade detection by police when homosexuality was illegal. It's an example of how marginalized communities subvert traditional language norms.

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THEY’RE BRAINWASHING YOU! (& other secrets that made you click) - Etymology Nerd

THEY’RE BRAINWASHING YOU! (& other secrets that made you click) - Etymology Nerd

Chris Williamson

A micro-language created in England and used specifically by gay people to evade detection by police when homosexuality was illegal. It's an example of how marginalized communities subvert traditional language norms.