shiner

(n.) a black eye. Term is of Irish origin where it was a punishment for not keeping machinery shiney delivered from the boot of a British officer.

That's quite a shiner on your face

by Kung-Fu Jesus May 6, 2004

a stitch in time

Something that saves nine. A phrase that came into coinage in the 19th century meaning that if a patient is treated in the early stages, he or she will have a better chance of suriving.

A stitch in time saves nine

by Kung-Fu Jesus May 20, 2004

golly

Short for gollywog, a doll collection given away after x number of tokens from the side of jam jars were sent away. Purchasing one jar a week, it took several years to amass the entire collection. These dolls were outlawed after they were claimed to be politically incorrect, although dolls are worth £50 ($80) each.

I found an ancient collection of gollies last year.

by Kung-Fu Jesus April 17, 2004

ringside seat

(n.) A position to see an event unfurl, usually reserved for those with an instrumental part in making the event happen. Etymology is obviously boxing

Related phrases: in the loop, boxing, front row seat

Me an' my gat are gonna have a ringside seat to your unlawful execution if you don't get out of my sight, bitch.

by Kung-fu Jesus July 28, 2004

Ant

(n.) Someone who has no charm, and is a perfect worker. Works for shit money in any job and never complains. Charactorless and un-noticed. Most of you, then.

You and your ant family are mine.

by Kung-Fu Jesus May 7, 2004

soup-up

To increase power.

Let's souped up our car/bike/washing machine.

by Kung-Fu Jesus April 18, 2004

protein shake

In the world of strength-athleticism, supplements for growth are often used. Protein shakes are powedered substances which are mixed with milk, oragange juice etc. to produce a drink apporoximately 70% protein.

consumed after exercise, the protein rebuilds the muscle bigger and stronger.

MMMMMM, banana flavour!

by Kung-Fu Jesus April 17, 2004