n. c
Preserved but no longer current.
Meaning · English
"enough said," being the initials of NUF CED. A certain theatrical manager spells, it is said, in this style.
Era: ca. 1874 (Victorian)
Where it’s used:
Origin
British & Irish English
Sources & notes
Historical definition reproduced from Hotten’s The Slang Dictionary (1874, public domain; Project Gutenberg #42108, retrieved 2026-07-31). Reflects the attitudes of its era.
Common questions
What does “n. c” mean?
"enough said," being the initials of NUF CED. A certain theatrical manager spells, it is said, in this style.
Is “n. c” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.