Can You Unpack These Portmanteaus?
Can You Unpack These Portmanteaus?
Lewis Carroll was the first to use the word portmanteau to describe blended words like bromance and cronut. (A portmanteau is a suitcase that unfolds into two parts.). In honor of Alice in Wonderland's 150th anniversary in July 2015, TIME tests your knowledge of portmanteaus, from ridiculous words Carroll invented to modern slang. Pick the correct root words and meaning for each one.
Lewis Carroll was the first to use the word portmanteau to describe blended words like bromance and cronut. (A portmanteau is a suitcase that unfolds into two parts.). In honor of Alice in Wonderland's 150th anniversary in July 2015, TIME tests your knowledge of portmanteaus, from ridiculous words Carroll invented to modern slang. Pick the correct root words and meaning for each one.
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On Jun 30, 2015
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Chortle (n.)
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Dunch (n.)
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Mimsy (adj.)
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Wonut (n.)
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Slithy (adj.)
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Swacket (n.)
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Frumious (adj.)
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Mizzle (n.)
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Galumph (v.)
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Facon (n.)
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