50 definitions by D.S. Credito
a horrific crime in which the sexual will of a perpetrator, a rapist, is imposed upon a rape victim, who for whatever reason does not manage to prevent or stop the violation from taking place. While rape disproportionally affects women, it can happen to a person of any sex, orientation, or gender.
In the recent political arena, Republicans have misused the word "rape," describing some rapes as "legitimate", citing that it is "God's will" when a rapist impregnates his victim, and even calling rape "beautiful" when it results in a child being conceived. For the most part, these statements were made to express extreme opposition to abortion rights, and thankfully many a conservative Republican political career was destroyed when their shocking words sent reproductive age women and men running into the arms of Democratic candidates.
In the recent political arena, Republicans have misused the word "rape," describing some rapes as "legitimate", citing that it is "God's will" when a rapist impregnates his victim, and even calling rape "beautiful" when it results in a child being conceived. For the most part, these statements were made to express extreme opposition to abortion rights, and thankfully many a conservative Republican political career was destroyed when their shocking words sent reproductive age women and men running into the arms of Democratic candidates.
In the middle of the 2015 Grammy Awards, President Obama appeared on the big screen to speak out against rape and violence against women.
by D.S. Credito March 13, 2015
A stunningly gorgeous Nigerian-American author whose nimble writing style often presents stories from multiple points of view. Her feminist ideals and her willingness to write critically about West Africa and the Nigerian diaspora are widely considered very bold and brave.
Chimamanda Adichie's voice was featured in the Beyoncé song "Flawless," in which the author spoke to encourage today's women to overcome sexism, including the idea that women - but not necessarily men - should automatically aspire to marriage.
by D.S. Credito March 14, 2015
a remote area not easily accessed by most of the general public. By definition, the backcountry is situated far from urban areas. The remote and untouched nature of the backcountry also brings with it a variety of hazards, including extreme weather conditions, wild animals, and rough terrain.
The Australian equivalent of backcountry is the Outback, which the British refer to as the bush.
The Australian equivalent of backcountry is the Outback, which the British refer to as the bush.
After four years at an urban university, with all the amenities and conveniences that came with it, he never readjusted to the backcountry surroundings in which he was born and raised.
by D.S. Credito February 23, 2015
an adult, though no longer a student, who does not have full-time employment and all the benefits that comes with it. Instead, a freeter chooses to work part-time or hold down odd jobs, even while full time employment is available.
Being a freeter means having more flexibility and freedom than someone with a permanent job. Freeters usually do not earn enough money to have their own home, so they often stay at home with their parents indefinitely, or else rent rooms in others' homes.
Being a freeter means having more flexibility and freedom than someone with a permanent job. Freeters usually do not earn enough money to have their own home, so they often stay at home with their parents indefinitely, or else rent rooms in others' homes.
In today's economy, it's hard to know if a part-time employee is a freeloader or freeter, or is simply struggling to survive.
by D.S. Credito April 5, 2015
steady employment with fixed salary and working hours, as well as potential for growth and advancement. Having a real job may mean working in a field that is incompatible with partying, taking drugs, or assuming an otherwise unconventional lifestyle.
People with so-called real jobs might enjoy high salaries, but what they trade off is the chance to experiment and discover what they truly want out of life.
by D.S. Credito March 5, 2015
an acronym for "like my shit up." Can be used in a bid to virtual friends and fans on social networking sites to encourage clicking like on a homepage, status, or other posting.
"Hey friends: in order to get consideration for the Battle of the Bands, my page needs to reach 500 likes by Friday. LMSU!"
by D.S. Credito March 5, 2015
to flash or reveal an intimate body part under the pretense of an accident. Sometimes, whoopsing is done with the intention to distract or to get someone's attention.
At the beach today, a woman in a bikini whoopsed a pilot flying over the ocean, flipping over her top as she waved.
Past tense - whoopsed
Past tense - whoopsed
by D.S. Credito March 6, 2015