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knickabocka

Pronunciation of "Knickerbocker", dropping the "er" sound for the "ah" sound of street slang.

The term "Knickerbocker" refers to a New Yorker. The origin of this term is from the NBA's New York Knicks francise. The team was originally called the New York Knickerbockers, which was later shortened to "New York Knicks".

Jerome: Man I can't stand the Knicks yo...
Alan: Knickabocka please!
-Source Alan & Jerome FOXSports Commercial

by Chewyfood April 24, 2006

trauma junky

Firefighters, paramedics, and ER staff who enthusiastically love their professions and enjoy the excitement of caring for the injured and saving their lives are known as Trauma Junkies. Virtually everyone in EMS could be considered a trauma junky to a certain extent.

Bob is a trauma junky.

by Chewyfood January 14, 2004

smoke eater

The term "smoke eater" is commonly used to refer to a firefighter.

Firefighters are smoke eaters.

by Chewyfood January 14, 2004

frequent flyer

Individuals who repeatedly call 911 for minor issues are known as frequent flyers.

its a noun.

by Chewyfood January 14, 2004

sky jello

The flame retardant chemicals dropped from aircraft are commonly known by wildland firefighters as "Sky Jello" or "Mud".

its a noun

by Chewyfood January 14, 2004

probie

Probie is a term used by firefighters to identify a probationary firefighter, or rookie.

its a noun

by Chewyfood January 14, 2004

mud monkey

The experts who often deal with the flame retardant chemicals dropped from aircraft are sometimes known as "Mud Monkies". The reason for this name is that the flame retardant chemicals are often known by firefighters as "Mud".

its a noun

by Chewyfood January 14, 2004