If one was dealing with Gypsies they were stereotypically cheated or Gyped.The meaning of the word has always been as Gweedo noted. It just originated with a traveling group who others thought were unscrupulous.And for the record… I have never been nor will I ever be… Politically Correct. And I aint apologizing for it.
Sisyphos about 8 years ago
That’s the way it goes. “Tain’t fair, McGee!”
SKJAM! Premium Member about 8 years ago
Except if the stingee is allergic—then one sting can indeed kill.
King_Shark about 8 years ago
The bee thought she could kill someone by insectular weltdown.
Robert Wilson Premium Member about 8 years ago
How long before Mr. Thompson gets reported to the political correctness police for using the “G” word? I am surprised it slipped past the censors.
ColonelClaus about 8 years ago
If one was dealing with Gypsies they were stereotypically cheated or Gyped.The meaning of the word has always been as Gweedo noted. It just originated with a traveling group who others thought were unscrupulous.And for the record… I have never been nor will I ever be… Politically Correct. And I aint apologizing for it.
ColonelClaus about 8 years ago
I did some more research… seems the term originally referred to Egyptians. Who wouldda thunk it?
ColonelClaus about 8 years ago
I did some more research… seems the term originally referred to Egyptians. Who wouldda thunk it?
Coyoty Premium Member about 8 years ago
“Gyp” is as politically correct as “jew” for cheating someone.