[Ads-l] Nutmegging

[Pete Morris]

It was discussed in the show Balderdash and Piffle.   I think it was s1 
e3

As I recall, they found an antedating, but came to no conclusion about
the origin.

I've been unable to locate the episode online.




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>From "ADSGarson O'Toole" 
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Date 25/05/2026 05:54:18
Subject Nutmegging

>A friend asked me about the origin of the following term used in football
>(soccer) nutmegging - passing the ball between the feet of an opponent.
>There are a few proposed explanations: cockney slang; spice trade;
>testicles.
>
>It would be useful to know when the term emerged and which explanation was
>offered contemporaneously. Perhaps some list members can locate
>enlightening citations?
>
>Garson
>
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