scrambling n.— «They were doing what’s known as “scrambling,” or climbing without special gear—but were apparently doing so in a “no scrambling” area. Climbers are required to have a permit and proper gear if they climb above the ten-foot mark in...
calendar v.— «Ms. de Bourbon also noted that the city already requires the Buildings Department to hold permits for 40 days for “calendared” properties—those currently under landmarks consideration—so the commission has a chance to designate them...
hoop house n.— «Temporary “hoop house,” gambrel or typical pitched roofed buildings constructed of metal or plastic and supported by metal or plastic tube frames have been appearing around the city of Brainerd, Caughey said. Such structures have...
liar’s loan n. money borrowed from a financial institution under false pretenses, especially in the form of a “stated income” or “no-doc” loan which can permit a borrower to exaggerate income. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
jump plane v. phr.— «Well, thanks, but are you an english citizen? actually, some people have called me stupid to actually jump plane to england to expereince the country while doing work without a working permit. i dont want to encourage other...
heckler’s veto n.— «The Supreme Cour had held that judges could not permit a “heckler’s veto” by tailoring their findings to fear of white violence or flight from the schools. » —by J. Anthony Lukas Common Ground Aug. 12, 1986. (source: Double...