Balderdash for the Medieval Gay #129

(a compendium of queer words for the modern fag with a passion for the Middle Ages added hebdomadally on the Sabbath day)

129.) Abraxas

a.) A diety of the Gnostic faith.

b.) An ancient gem-stone carved with the name Abrasax and a composite figure, used as an amulet.*

[Origin: Unknown.]

*The word, clearly with magical portent, may have given rise to our current word, abracadabra.

Balderdash for the Medieval Gay #128

(a compendium of queer words for the modern fag with a passion for the Middle Ages added hebdomadally on the Sabbath day)

128.) Ebberman
-noun singular

a.) One who fishes under bridges.*

[Origin: Unknown.]

*A profession usually reserved for trolls…

Balderdash for the Medieval Gay #127

(a compendium of queer words for the modern fag with a passion for the Middle Ages added hebdomadally on the Sabbath day)

127.) Kantikoy
-noun singular or verb

a.) A sacred dance, especially among American Indians.

b.) To dance as an act of worship.*

[Origin: Unknown.]

*A truly ancient act found in many cultures that was later observed by intruders, offering a possible explanation of the fondness for dancing found in so many faerie legends.