Xaviana's definitions

phase

(Verb) To disturb, perturb, deter or intimidate. Usually used in the negative.

"They swore at me, but hey, I'm not phased."
"You can't phase me by talking while playing chess."

by Xaviana December 1, 2003

graft

1.) Verb. A more modern and extended version of swot (i.e., to study, particularly in preparation for a test or exam).

2.) Noun. Hard work.

1.) I went to the library to start grafting for my finals.

2.) Gee, climbing Table Mountain is a serious graft.

by Xaviana December 1, 2003

sis

1.) A South African English expression roughly equivalent to the American "yech" and the Afrikaans expression "sies".

2.) An American term of endearment for a sister, now also used in other countries.

1.) Sis, man, you stink!

2.) Hey, sis, hey bro, how's Ma doin'?

by Xaviana December 1, 2003

swoosh

A symbol that looks like a brush-stroke.

The Nike swoosh.

by Xaviana December 1, 2003

kugel

A materialistic, wannabe-sexy Jewish woman who belongs to a specific subculture of wealth and style, with affected mannerisms and a nasal way of talking. The term is used by both Jews and Gentiles in South Africa, and even by kugels themselves.

"Hey, doll, if they want to call me a kugel, fine! Most of my gynie's patients are kugels anyway."

by Xaviana December 1, 2003

gee wiz

Synonym for "wow". Alleged etymology: A way of saying "Jesus!" without being accused of swearing. More often used as a negative exclamation than a positive one.

Gee wiz, what have you gone and done with your hair?

by Xaviana December 1, 2003