Definitions by Arminkshipper

Close to the wind 

(of a sailing vessel) pointed as near as possible to the direction from which the wind is blowing while still making headway.

The experienced sailor expertly maneuvered the sailboat, sailing close to the wind to maximize speed and efficiency.

Close to the wind by Arminkshipper July 25, 2024

board 

another term for backboard.

"the absence of center David Robinson to dominate on the boards"

board by Arminkshipper July 23, 2024

board 

the stage of a theater.

The seasoned actress, after a long hiatus, felt a thrill return as she stepped back onto the boards.

board by Arminkshipper July 23, 2024

shark 

an expert in a specified field.

"a pool shark"

shark by Arminkshipper July 23, 2024

shark 

a person who unscrupulously exploits or swindles others.

"property sharks want to develop 200 acres around the site"

shark by Arminkshipper July 23, 2024

bump up

increase something.

"they finally agreed to bump up her salary"

bump up by Arminkshipper July 23, 2024

bump off 

murder someone.

The gangsters threatened to bump off anyone who snitched to the police. (Note: This is a fictional scenario, and violence is not something to be taken lightly.)

bump off by Arminkshipper July 23, 2024