snout house n.— «Traditional layout has produced what is referred to as a snout house, meaning a home is dominated by a view of the garage. In a design where the home is dominated by the garage, the main entrance to the home is often...
short eats n.pl.— «The small, attractive vegetarian pantry at the entrance serves south Indian short eats like idlis, vadas and different varieties of dosas.» —“Fragrance and food” The Hindu Sept. 21, 1998. (source:...
pirata n. an unlicensed taxi; a gypsy cab. Editorial Note: This term is common throughout the Spanish-speaking world, but is recorded here because of its entrance into the everyday vernacular of Los Angeles and other communities. Etymological Note:...