Quote Originally Posted by Killearn Kitties
I've never read Harry Potter, but for all of you who were confused by British terminology, why didn't you post your questions and let us help you?
Okay.

Bin = Trashcan
Jumper = sweater?

pasty?

take the mickey out on?

I believe there is a difference in how candies are named? lemon drop and such?

I like it when she uses the British vocabulary (or vernacular). It's a good lesson for American students.