1112 definitions by The Return of Light joker

pork barrel

the funding of projects that a localized to a specific area but with the costs spread across all taxpayers

Pork barrel spending is an 800 pound gorilla. Many politicians say they will stop it but don't.

by The Return of Light joker May 13, 2009

nest

a comfortable residence or job situation

He worked hard to insure that he had a nest of his own.

by The Return of Light joker July 4, 2011

Gridlock

a blockage of something (from the severe road traffic stalling situation)

The gridlock in Web traffic is due to the worm's payload.

by The Return of Light joker January 30, 2010

the jury is still out

no conclusion has been reached

As far as that project goes the jury is still out.

by The Return of Light joker August 18, 2009

out of gas

exhausted, worn out

Man, am I out of gas.

by The Return of Light joker June 13, 2009

soft spot

a sentimental fondness or affection

He seems to have a soft spot for ferrets.

by The Return of Light joker July 27, 2009

knuckle-dusters

slang for brass knuckles

He hid a pair of knuckle-dusters .

by The Return of Light joker July 11, 2008