popcorn storm n.— «According to National Weather Service meteorologist William Babcock, the storms were part of a line of disturbances commonly called “popcorn storms.” “Because they pop up all over the place,” Babcock said...
point cloud n.— «As part of their 3D laser scanning expertise, the company’s engineers are highly skilled in creating surface models from the 3D scan data which is also referred to as a “point cloud.”» —“GKS Opens Laser Scan...
breast ironing n.— «This practice, referred to as “breast ironing,” occurs extensively in the 10 provinces of Cameroon. In an effort to prevent adolescent breasts from developing, implements such as grinding stones, pestles...
glading n.— «The [Forest Service review] refers to this ski trail construction by the euphemism “glading” but the runs would be the functional equivalent of permanent strip clearcuts.» —“Sliver of land halts Burnt...
hully-gully adj.— «What Baylor (30-3) has to avoid is the kind of “hully-gully” game that turns into a turnover fest.» —“Nipping at Tar Heels” by Jerry Hill in Tempe, Arizona Cox News Service Mar...
public service murder n. the killing of a person who is perceived to be bad for a community or society. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)