Herman D. Optional's definitions

Chicago Cubs

Nomar Garciaparra's team.

The Chicago Cubs finally have a hard-working player who doesn't urinate on his hands.

by Herman D. Optional July 31, 2004

Thirteen

A supposedly unlucky number.

I can't touch you! You were born on the thirteenth day of September.

by Herman D. Optional July 31, 2004

Optional

Not mandatory; A decision can be made in this situation.

Watching TV is more often than not optional.

by Herman D. Optional July 31, 2004

Flag Down

To catch up to and catch the attention of somebody far ahead.

Flag down the ice cream truck, son- We eat like kings tonight!

by Herman D. Optional July 31, 2004

KC

A city known for barbecued ribs and a love of sports. Also known for being located mostly in Missouri, not Kansas.

I went to KC to meet my grandmother.

by Herman D. Optional July 31, 2004

Anti-Choice

One who is against abortion. The opposite of one who is anti-life.

Almost everyone of the Christian faith is anti-choice.

by Herman D. Optional July 29, 2004

Mediocre

Not good, not bad, but a negative term nonetheless. Often used to describe something that is average, but was expected to be much better.

She was a mediocre student who could have been much better.

by Herman D. Optional July 29, 2004