mp

'Machine pistol.' Precedes the number of certain weapon names.

The soldier carried an MP5.

by Nicolai February 15, 2004

chief justice

The highest-ranking judge in a given judicial system in the United States of America, whom sits at the head of the Supreme Court for his or her jurisdiction. Each state has one chief justice, as does the federal government.

William Rehnquist is the current chief justice of the United States Supreme Court.

by Nicolai August 11, 2004

crusader

A member of the Roman Catholic medieval order charged with reclaiming Christian and Jewish lands in the middle east. Ages later, crusaders became more universally known as Christian warriors whom play a ceremonial role in protecting the Roman Catholic Church.

Reginald was a medieval crusader in the 1300s.

by Nicolai March 30, 2004

conscription

The act of bringing about military enrollment in a (usually) compulsory manner.

The medieval lord instituted universal conscription during times of war.

by Nicolai April 03, 2004

otacon

The partner of ex-US soldier Solid Snake in their international anti-terrorist activities. Otacon provides operational support, while Solid Snake physically executes the missions. Otacon's real name is Dr. Hall Emmerich. He first appeared in the video game Metal Gear Solid.

"Are you there Otacon? This is Snake." -Solid Snake

by Nicolai July 02, 2004

Deacon

A low-ranking member of the Roman Catholic Church.

Jones became a deacon of the church.

by Nicolai March 30, 2004

Archbishop

A very high-ranking member of the Roman Catholic Church.

After many years in the priesthood, Edward became an archbishop.

by Nicolai March 30, 2004