Definitions by D Spurgeon

hook 

Another word for a chevron, or non-commisioned officers rank insignia in the army/air force. A corporal has two 'hooks' and a private has only one.

Check out Sean there, he just got his corporal hooks.

hook by D Spurgeon December 28, 2005

utt 

Under the table: Meaning when you get paid for a job in cash - so as the employer and employee don't have to pay taxes and there is no lengthy process to issue a check or complete a direct deposit to the bank.

I worked for this guy doing construction and I'm getting paid utt.

utt by D Spurgeon December 28, 2005

6 figs 

Another word for someone's salary when they make $100,000 or more. Relating to the number of digits in the amount of money that person makes.

I just got a really good job with a firm, and I make 6 figs.

6 figs by D Spurgeon November 30, 2005

barnum effect 

The tendency to accept certain vague or worthless information as true, such as character assessments, horoscopes, psychic predictions and/or exaggerated claims.

Your horoscope: You have encoutered numerous challenges the last week as well as minor financial difficulties recently. If you take your time on your next major task, you shall be recognized for your hard work and motivation and a promotion may be in the midst. Example of Barnum Effect.

barnum effect by D Spurgeon September 24, 2005

bug juice 

Insect repellant, used to keep mosquitos and other insects away and from biting you.

I'm getting eaten alive by these mosquitos , pass me some bug juice.

bug juice by D Spurgeon September 20, 2005