belt-buckle rash n.— «Belt-Buckle Rash is actually the result of many factors; snaps, zippers and even the abrasive effects of denim will also result in finish damage. However, the most sinister threat to an instrument’s finish is...
contagious shooting n.— «It is known in police parlance as “contagious shooting”—gunfire that spreads among officers who believe that they, or their colleagues, are facing a threat. It spreads like germs, like laughter, or fear. An...
snatch vehicle n.— «It appears a roadside bomb was used to attack the convoy. They were in a snatch vehicle. They have been designed to protect the crew against a certain threat and on occasion they have been defeated.» —“British...
buck fifty n.— «“Just wait; you are going to get a buck fifty across your face.” Katie Loomis explained to Dean that “buck fifty” was a term used to describe slashing.» —“Woman is held without bail after stabbing...
unmannable adj.— «A new word is entering the aero space lexicon as the US Air Force analyses its long-range strike options—unmannable: an aircraft that could begin its life manned, then evolve over time to unmanned operation; or one that...
man sick n.— «Added to that is a highly macho culture, where suffering from a sexually transmitted infection—or “man sick” as it is commonly called—is a sign of virility; a barrier to both condom use and medical treatment...