Intro and I'm a little confused

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@Ulfreida

This is another example of the Dope – casual references to persons or long-running jokes that are only understandable to those who were there at the time and also paying attention.

Beginner's Guide to Glossary of Terms on Straight Dope Message Boards

There are a number of terms commonly used on the Straight Dope Message Boards, that are basically “in-jokes” or references. There are several threads listing such, I have tried to compile them all into one post here. If anyone has additions or corrections, please email me – I’m going to keep this locked, so it doesn’t become too long and rambling, but remains fairly focused and easy to use. I have taken these descriptions from various threads and posts by various members. This thread isn’t upda…

Will cover SOME of the inside jokes and customary language.