cut of your jib

An old sailor's term for one's intangible qualities. Often judged on first impression.

I've taken a fancy to the cut of your jib and I'd like you to accompany me on the voyage.

by Adam Grether February 29, 2008

cut of your jib

1. another way to say that someone is rather stlylish.
2. styling.
3. behaviour or attitude.

"I like the cut of your Jib, kid"

by babino April 17, 2006

cut of your jib

The jib is a head sail used for sailing down wind and some say that it is sailor slang for the face. Hence, to like the cut of your jib is a complement as to the shape of your face.

Spying an attractive young lady across the bar, Rusty approached her and said, "I like the cut of your jib". He was duly rewarded with a pint of ale in the face.

by optimalforager April 29, 2008

cut of your jib

1. another way to say that someone is rather stlylish.
2. styling.
note:can also be used with "his" or "her" in place or "your"

"I like the cut of your jib, do you shop at Banana Republic"

by Steve Saylor October 26, 2005

I like the cut of your Jib

a far classier version of "i like your style", originally used by pirates in the 17th century the expression refers to the forward sail on most ships. The course and speed of a ship is determined by the cut of the ships jib so saying that you like the cut of someones jib is a way of saying, i like the way you're heading.

Original 17th Century Pirate context:
A - I think we should mutiny, Yarr!
B - I like the cut of your jib (jim lad optional)!!!

21st Century context:
A - lets go for a beer and some readily available cannabis
B - alright, i like the cut of your jib

by d4yogurt May 9, 2007

I don't like the cut of your Jib

In the early 1700's the cut of the jib sail, often signified the nationality of a vessel. The term was being used figureatively by the 1800's to express like, or dislike for someone. So, the 'Cut of one's jib' refers to their general appearance of personality.

Little Jr. Son of a bitch: Hi Mr.
Me: I don't like the cut of your jib.

by Cricket_dakid May 20, 2006

I don't like the cut of your Jib

An old expression showing a general dislike for somebody.

Dave: HUH?
Steve: I don't like the cut of your jib.

by Steef Murray October 28, 2007