U&K (UK): Do British people tell "Your Mum" jokes?

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It just occurred to me that while I might use either "Mum" or "Mom" in conversation or when addressing my mother, if I were to comment disparagingly on the appearance or sexual mores of a rival's parent, it would have to be in reference to his or her "Mom." However, the British don't have these options, do they (you)? Do they/you avoid these jokes altogether? (Actually, I think Martin S told me that these turns of phrase are uncommon in the UK when I once denigrated the employment of his mother.)

― Sundar, Wednesday, 21 November 2007 18:57 (eighteen years ago)

Pretty lame comeback on Martin's part

― nabisco, Wednesday, 21 November 2007 18:57 (eighteen years ago)

very common in north london. often just "your mum" without any further elaboration. works well in friendly banter. using it to someone you're not friendly with is akin to farting in their eye.

― Frogman Henry, Wednesday, 21 November 2007 19:43 (eighteen years ago)

I've heard "yeah well, your mum" in mock arguments many times but hardly ever a full "your mum" joke/insult. (the south of England here, but mainly at university, quite possibly from some north Londoners)

I've also seen some Britishers (ok, Scottishers) have a full "yer maw" joke fight on the internet but have no idea whether they'd do it out loud.

― a passing spacecadet, Wednesday, 21 November 2007 21:18 (eighteen years ago)

i can't believe this question is even being asked!

― DG, Wednesday, 21 November 2007 21:25 (eighteen years ago)

in and around Glasgow "Yer maw" on its own suffices as a rejoinder to a statement by someone which you don't agree with. Full on "yer maw" joke fights are also common.

― jim, Wednesday, 21 November 2007 21:32 (eighteen years ago)

OMG Scottish people call their mom a "maw"?!!?! That is the best thing ever. Your maw has a gaping maw!

― The Reverend, Wednesday, 21 November 2007 21:37 (eighteen years ago)

gaping for deep-fried mars bars

― DG, Wednesday, 21 November 2007 21:38 (eighteen years ago)

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