A "Tameka" is an angry woman who is verbally abusive, selfish, and deceitful. The pejorative comes from urban communities in Pensacola, Florida, who often use the term to criticize Black women (similar to howKarenis sometimes used to insult White women). However, it is unclear who the first "Tameka" was that inspired the term.

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Regional Appalachian folklore term for a lone male turkey exhibiting creepy, ominous behavior—basically the avian equivalent of that guy who stares too long at the bus stop. Like black cats, they're believed to bring bad luck, though most people treat this superstition with appropriate skepticism.

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