English terminology

Many English words vary in meaning "across the pond". American English terms often have different meanings from their counterparts in England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland.

Glossary
Concept	American term	UK term
large vehicle	truck	lorry
small room that goes up	elevator	lift
fried potatoes (soft)	french fries	chips
crispy fried potatoes	chips	crisps

Glossary
Expression	American meaning	UK meaning
knocked up	made pregnant	tapped on door (like "rang up")