1055 definitions by The Return of Light Joker

handyman's special

something in desperate need of repair that is acquired for a bargain price, especially a house

Those conditions make my house look like a handyman's special.

by The Return of Light Joker January 13, 2011

bargaining chip

something meant to be used in negotiations

It was a poor excuse for a bargaining chip but not many were available.

by The Return of Light Joker March 1, 2012

just around the corner

imminent, likely

Apparently the storm is just around the corner.

by The Return of Light Joker July 22, 2010

mark

a victim, the target of criminal activity such as theft or murder

He was afraid he was a mark, but had nothing of value to steal.

by The Return of Light Joker October 21, 2010

dog and pony show

an elaborately staged activity, performance, presentation, or event designed to sway or convince people (from a derisive term for a small circus)

Power point was originally used by buisnesses to create a dog and pony show.

by The Return of Light Joker July 23, 2008

hard-on

1. a erection of the penis

2. a stubborn and severe person

His hard-on drew unwanted attention from his students.

by The Return of Light Joker May 22, 2009

mum's the word

keep quiet about it (possibly from the sound one makes when trying to speak with closed lips, Attributed to William Shakespeare)

Remember, until further notice, mum's the word.

by The Return of Light Joker January 9, 2010