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family way

family way

noun
family (def. 18).

Origin:
1790–1800
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Family way is always a great word to know.
So is slumgullion. Does it mean:
a gadget; dingus; thingumbob.
a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
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Main Entry:  family way
Part of Speech:  n
Definition:  the state of being pregnant
Etymology:  1796-1801
Usage:  informal
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