Blastmaster's definitions

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

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

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

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

blast

Used as an interjection.

Blast! I hit my head on the concrete overhang!

by Blastmaster June 8, 2003

rectify

To convert alternating current to direct current by means of a semiconductive material or a vacuum tube.

The AC power in my amplifier is rectified by a 5U4GB tube.

by BlastMaster May 18, 2003

Nu

A trademark appearing on vacuum tubes manufactured by National Union.

by BlastMaster June 19, 2003