plotz

[plots]

verb (used without object) Slang.

to collapse or faint, as from surprise, excitement, or exhaustion.

Origin:
1940–45, Americanism; < Yiddish platsn literally, to crack, split, burst < Middle High German blatzen, platzen

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Plotz is always a great word to know.

So is jive. Does it mean:

deceptive, exaggerated, or meaningless talk

a person who publicizes or praises something or someone for reasons of self-interest, personal profit, or friendship or loyalty

Dictionary.com's 21st Century Lexicon

Main Entry:	plotz
Part of Speech:	v
Definition:	to fall apart or down from a strong emotion, such as frustration or annoyance
Etymology:	Yiddish. platsen

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