20 definitions by xaviana

No ways!

Expression used in mock-disbelief. Synonym for:
Wow! I don't believe it! Really?

Generally meant as an expression of delight, but occasionally also used to express shock.

See also: no way

"You won? No ways! That's fantastic!"

"She shot him? No ways, man, when? Is he dead?"

by xaviana December 2, 2003

solution

A term used in information technology and management consulting to describe an over-priced service which cannot be explained except in esoteric terms which the customer cannot understand.

What the company needs is a whole new HR solution.

by xaviana December 2, 2003

gynae

Short for gynaecologist. A term often used by kugels.

"Hey, doll, what did your gynae say about your infection?"

by xaviana December 2, 2003

phase

(Verb) To disturb, perturb, deter or intimidate. Usually used in the negative.

"They swore at me, but hey, I'm not phased."
"You can't phase me by talking while playing chess."

by xaviana December 2, 2003

buzz

1. Anything that creates excitement or stimulus.
2. The feeling experienced by someone in a stimulated state.
3. Gossip.

1. "Shooting people is my latest buzz."
2. "That's nothing compared to the buzz I get from speed."
3. So what's the buzz about Michael Jackson's new baby?

by xaviana December 2, 2003

kugel

A materialistic, wannabe-sexy Jewish woman who belongs to a specific subculture of wealth and style, with affected mannerisms and a nasal way of talking. The term is used by both Jews and Gentiles in South Africa, and even by kugels themselves.

"Hey, doll, if they want to call me a kugel, fine! Most of my gynie's patients are kugels anyway."

by xaviana December 2, 2003

swot

To study, particularly in preparation for a test or exam. (Used in South Africa, this word has now largely gone out of fashion amongst English kids, but is still used often by Afrikaans kids.)

"Have you started swotting for your History yet?"

by xaviana December 1, 2003