sucosh
n.— «“Sucosh” is a nickname derived from a Japanese word that means “a little bit more.” It is a common term in carpentry.» —“The Prickly Mountain gang” by Stephen Morris Times Argus (Barre, Vt.) Oct. 9, 2005. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
Further reading
Leo, a scientIst in Tucson, Arizona, used to live in Japan, where he often heard Japanese speakers using English that wasn’t quite correct. For example, one Japanese friend described someone “full of worry” as scareful. Another...
Book recommendations and the art of apology. Martha and Grant share some good reads, including an opinionated romp through English grammar, a Spanish-language adventure novel, an account of 19th-century dictionary wars, and a gorgeously illustrated...