fall guy

A person who is left with the blame for a crime, regardless of whether they were involved or not. Generally a lowly mob member who has to take the blame to protect their boss. Used in Film Noir book and movies.

Mugsy was the fall guy for the murder, and received a big payout when he got out of jail.

by The Kuvasz October 28, 2007

Fall Back

To loose feelings or to give up in a sense

Becky: "I caught Jim texting amber I think it's time to fall back"

by Janet hither August 2, 2014

the fall of troy

the raddest band to come out of the washington music scene.
trust me, they are the next big thing!

HOLY CRAP! have you heard THE FALL OF TROY's cd Doppelganger?

DUDE YEAH! it's way wicked!

by Tom Waits December 6, 2005

Fall Children

the hardcore AFI fans. also a great AFI song off the album All Hallows EP

the fall children really loved the show last night in Berkley

by Mike April 16, 2005

Sturgeon Falls

A small town about a half hour west of North Bay, in Northern Ontario, known for its 2 major chip stands, which are across the street from one another. Sturgeon Falls is primary a French Canadian town, and is located on Lake Nipissing. Shopping attractions include the Bargain Shop and Giant Tiger.

Hey I have a craving for some poutine, let's go to Sturgeon Falls!

by skippinit February 18, 2011

Fall Tripper

A grown man who ascends on the 1000 Island region of NY to drink beer, play cards, and fish for Northern Pike

I was at the brewery last night and met a Fall Tripper, he seemed so happy.

by Stp123 September 13, 2018

fall back on

to depend on something after a loss or failure

The family has no savings to fall back on. I fell back on skills I had learned years ago when I had to earn a living for myself.

by waterlily70 February 16, 2017