BlastMaster's definitions

superheterodyne

see radio

The superheterodyne circuit uses a local oscillator.

by BlastMaster June 6, 2003

grebe

A company that produced radio equipment in the 1920's. They are well-known for the Grebe Synchrophase reciever.

The Grebe Synchrophase was an attempt at simplifying the three-dial tuning system that was common at the time.

by BlastMaster June 6, 2003

NRA

A national organization for the purpose of upholding the second amendment, which is an important piece of the constitution of the United States of America. Those who are opposed to it should move to an overseas gun-banning country.

The NRA tries to make sure that America stays America.

by BlastMaster June 18, 2003

nipple

A small metal tube protruding from the breech of a muzzle loading firearm, used to hold a percussion cap so that it may be struck by the hammer and ignite the powder.

Place a cap on the nipple and draw the hammer back, aim, and fire.

by BlastMaster June 12, 2003

newbish

Having quality that makes something appear to be made by, thought of, etc. by a newb (look up newb or newbie). This word is used when someone asks a question with a seemingly obvious answer. Also when someone produces poor quality work, esp. in mapping or similar computer game activities.

Also spelled as "noobish"

"I have a newbish question..."
"That looks quite newbish..."

by BlastMaster February 5, 2003

Guns & Ammo

The title of a magazine devoted to (you guessed it) guns and ammo.

by BlastMaster September 15, 2003

OPEC

Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries

OPEC consists of Venezuela, Algeria, Nigeria, Libya, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Iran, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, and Indonesia.

40% of our oil comes from OPEC.

by BlastMaster May 20, 2003