What Does Gammon Mean?

Gammon is a pejorative popularised in British political culture since around 2012. The term refers in particular to the colour of a person's flushed face when expressing their strong opinions, as compared to the type of pork of the same name.

Why is gammon called gammon?

The word 'gammon' is derived from the Middle English word for 'ham', gambon, which is attested since the early 15th century and derived from Old North French gambon, itself derived from Old French jambon, which is identical to the modern French word for 'ham'.

Is gammon a pork?

Both gammon and ham are cuts from the hind legs of a pig, and are either salted, brined, or smoked. ... Gammon and ham are both absolutely delicious cuts of pork, which are incredibly versatile and can be enjoyed in a number of recipes – it's no wonder we've been eating gammon and ham for thousands of years!