twinkie tax n.— «According to the survey, over 75% of consumers would support the “fat tax”—or “twinkie tax” as it is sometimes called—if the revenues were used to make healthier foods less expensive or to make...
uncomputer n.— «The computer that we’ve come to know and love is quickly becoming a thing of the past (thus, the “uncomputer”) and quickly taking its place (and drawing developers in droves) is a new collection of APIs (this...
Yahoo run n.— «The fact that she is putting a time limit and that travel agencies are already contacting you makes me feel that it is all a sham. I’ve had a few friends that were into all these Yahoo runs(419) and the way things are being...
Yahoo run n.— «Those who reside in the same area as he does on the outskirts of Lagos said he is into what is known as “Yahoo runs” in street parlance. One gossip even swore he saw him make some transactions at the funds...
Muzzie n.— «“Muzzie” as I understand it is what the English/Aussie/Kiwi slang for Muslim. I’ve never seen it before or heard it, but I can find (it) now all over the usenet and the Yahoo comment boards.» —“Censorship and how...
chippy adj.— «Every once in a while, all the goodwill goes out the window. Every once in a while, things still get nasty and more than a little chippy.» —“Head games” by Don Banks Yahoo! Sports Oct. 3, 2004...