IAW

'In Accordance With' - military origin. Essentially meaning that something was done based on a request or a directive from a superior in the chain on command

"This case was transferred to you IAW the supervisor's instruction"

by CitizenBob January 07, 2010

Poor Man's Black Velvet

Alcoholic beverage served at Irish Pubs consisting of hard cider on the bottom and Guinness stout on the top. Excellent for mid-day drinking since it doesn't make your breath smell like beer, tipping off your boss that you went to the pub for a pint (or two).

Also referred to as simply 'Poor Man's'

Barkeep: A Black & Tan for you today?

Me: Not today; lemme get a Poor Man's Black Velvet.

Barkeep: Ahhh... Better for summer, eh?

Me: Indeed.

by CitizenBob May 10, 2007