18 definitions by geinman
by geinman October 25, 2012
A slang (and usually derogatory) term for a homosexual. It was used by Stephen King in hi novel "It".
by geinman May 1, 2013
Son of Agamemnon and Clytemnestra. After the murder of his father, he was ordered by Apollo to avenge his father's death. He did so, killing his mother and her lover, Aegisthus. For this act, he was pursued by the Erinyes, the goddesses of retribution. He wandered many years so tormented, accompanied by his sister Electra and friend Pylades. Finally, at Athens, the gods interceded and held court. Athena defended him and Apollo gave testimony. Orestes was exonerated and the Erinyes stopped pursuing him.
by geinman June 23, 2013
A Greek maiden whose weaving ability was the marvel of the ancient world. When Athena heard about it she challenged Arachne to a contest. When the girl's tapestry was the equal to the goddess', she became angry and tore Arachne's weaving to shreds. The girl became terrified of what Athena might do and hanged herself. Athena became regretful of her actions and turned Arachne into a spider, so that she might weave all that she wished.
by geinman June 22, 2013
In eighteenth and nineteenth century England, it was considered a great offense to say "By God". Instead, men would say "BY Jove". Jove is an alternative name for the Roman god Jupiter. By saying "By Jove!", they could be saying "By God!", without committing a social offense.
by geinman June 15, 2013
by geinman June 14, 2013
Boeing six engine jet bomber which entered service in 1951 and lasted until 1966. It was the backbone of SAC's(Strategic Air Command) deterrent force until the early sixties. It is also the direct ancestor of the B-52, KC-135, and the indirect ancestor of every modern jet transport except the Concord. One hell of an airplane. It was called the Stratojet.
by geinman July 16, 2013