
Some of the most infamous slang words and terms of all time originated in the 1970s. Many of these phrases are still commonly used today, but how many do you know the actual meaning of?
Take our quiz to learn more about the meaning behind some 70s slang and see how much you already know!
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What does the term "psyche!" mean?

to call someone stupid
to tell someone you're scared
to trick someone
What does the term "skinney" mean, in a sentence such as "let me give you the skinney"?

a punch
the truth
alcohol
What does the phrase "far out" mean?

lame
far away
cool
What is the term "bogue" used to describe?

something unfair
something frightening
something offensive
What does the phrase "the man" refer to, if used in a derogatory sense?

a funny person
a weak person
any authority figure
What does the term "spaz" mean?

clumsy or accident prone
idealistic and naive
quick and nimble
In the 1970's, a "bunny" would be used to describe which of the following?

a cute girl
a police officer
a new teacher
What does the phrase "catch you on the flip side" mean?

jump and I'll catch you
see you later
it's past my curfew
Which of the following best represents a use of the word "chill"?

eat
hide
relax
If you were to tell someone to "dream on," what were you likely telling them?

they slept in for too long
they were being unrealistic
they needed to get some rest
What is the phrase "cool beans" used to show?

sarcasm
agreement
disagreement
If you ask someone to "do me a solid," what are you asking them?

to make you some food
to do you a favor
to tell you the truth
Which of the following best represents a use of the word "cat"?

boring, stiff
exciting, dangerous
cool, awesome
What does 'boogie' mean?

dance
sing
clap
What does 'groovy' mean?

great, cool
angry, easily irritated
sad, tired
What does the term "Fab" mean?

Money
Fabulous
To sit back and relax
What does the term "Book/Booking" mean?

make a reservation
to punch hard
moving fast, being speedy
What does the term "Right On" mean?

to show agreement
to show disagreement
to show displeasure
What does the term "Brick House" mean?

to describe someone who is tall and has a squarish face
to describe someone who is short and stout
to describe someone who is physically built well with an attractive body
What does the term "Can You Dig It" mean?

to ask for a date
to seek for agreement or understanding
to determine whether a person is happy or not
What does the term "What a Fry" mean?

describe something that blows your mind, that is weird or crazy
describe something that is annoying
describe something that is small and fast
What does the term "blew off" mean?

To take leave to see a doctor
To face the truth
To skip, avoid or ignore someone or something
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