Spirit-Chickadee's definitions

Dimesworth

A very small, but usually reasonable, quantity of something. Used metaphorically it should not be compared to the actual worth of a dime.

Old Joe got by on a dimesworthy of tobacco per week. Of course, a dimesworth was nothing like the money he remembered as a lad.

by Spirit-Chickadee December 5, 2010

Shaver For A Favor

Quite simply – I scratch your back, you scratch mine! Offering something to someone in exchange for something they can give you in return.

Tell you what mate. Shaver for a favor. I do this for you now, you'll take care of it all next week. Deal?

by Spirit-Chickadee December 5, 2010

Grabbit Rabbit

A thief or a shop-lifter who instead of being sneaky or devious grabs what they’re after then makes a run for it hoping they will be able to outrun security. A less severe use of the expression refers to someone who takes something without asking.

The guard had a feeling this customer might be a Grabbit Rabbit and prepared to give pursuit.

by Spirit-Chickadee December 7, 2010

Charitable Cadger

Someone who generously donates to charity, despite scarcely being able to afford it. Apparently should a time come when they themselves are in need of charity it will be nowhere to be found.

Mark my words Cratchit! You’ll get nowhere in this world by being a charitable cadger.

by Spirit-Chickadee December 5, 2010

Rabbi Rhodes

Alternatively known as Reverend Rhodes, Alchemist Rhodes, and other titles. None of these titles are usually applicable to the person in question. Used to describe someone you either thought poorly of at first, or held in suspicion due to their bad reputation, when suddenly you realize they are actually a very worthwhile and genuine person.

At first I thought he was a bit of a jerk, but actually he's Rabbi Rhodes! You know totally cool once you get to know him?

by Spirit-Chickadee December 7, 2010

Dirty Suzie Smutcakes

A reference to any female who is involved in the adult entertainment industry either as a performer or as a writer or otherwise. May also refer to any girl you know who has a particularly dirty mind or preoccupation with sex.

Dirty Suzie Smutcakes - it was a name she gave to anyone who willingly made a whore of themselves!

by Spirit-Chickadee December 7, 2010

Nickelsworth

A very small, but usually reasonable, quantity of something. Used metaphorically it should not be compared to the actual worth of a nickel.

A nickelsworth of sweets will keep the kids happy for a while

by Spirit-Chickadee December 5, 2010