Blastmaster's definitions

si

Short for "System International." Also known as the Metric System.

The SI system makes more sense than the English system. It should be officially adopted by the US, but we Americans are too lazy for change.

by BlastMaster June 12, 2003

alt codes

A series of numbers on the numpad that when typed while holding the ALT-key will produce a symbol not normally found on the keyboard.

Some examples of alt codes:
Alt+0215 = ×
Alt+0153 = ™
Alt+789 = §
Alt+0134 = †

by BlastMaster June 16, 2003

scope

Short for oscilloscope

The scope will help you find the source of that interference.

by BlastMaster January 28, 2004

TRF

Tuned Radio Frequency (see radio)

I have a TRF radio from 1925. It's difficult to use compared to what we use now.

by BlastMaster June 6, 2003

the finger

The middle finger, often used in the phrase "giving the finger." This finger is used to make an offensive hand gesture when speech is inadequate.

That guy just gave me the finger!! *gun cocking*

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

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