third place n.— «Librarians and other experts say the growing conflicts are the result of an increase in the number of latchkey children, a decrease in civility among young people and a dearth of “third places”—neither home nor...
flopping n.— «Technique comes into play when clearing the bar, because you must turn your back to the bar while clearing it, a technique called flopping.» —“Library tech awarded three silver medals at National Track...
SETIologist n.— «But for some SETIologists, there is the hoped for prospect of tapping into some type of galactic Library of Congress.» —“The “SETI Hacker” Hypothesis” by Mungos Usenet: yu.forum...
pimp v.— «I can’t say how long the term “pimping” has been used in medical circles but I first heard the term six years ago when I began working at a teaching hospital. The term comes from the fact that the clinical...
bitch hook n. a curved metal device used with a chain to hold or secure lumber or other things, or to brake a sled on descents. Also bitch link. Editorial Note: The unpublished manuscript for the Lexicon of Trade Jargon (circa 1938-39, now at the...
stink eye n. a facial expression of doubt, distrust, or dislike; a dirty look; skunk eye, the hairy eyeball. Etymological Note: There is inconclusive evidence that this term originated in Hawaii and spread through beach sports such as surfing and...