mbhiii's definitions

twee

-- of, or relating to, something of little value that can evoke such a delighted sound from someone of little intellect.

Those crocheted bun warmers are too twee for words.

by mbhiii November 26, 2006

unholy alliance

Etymology: a play on the name, Holy Alliance, for a coalition of Russia, Austria, and Prussia in 1815

1. a coalition among seemingly antagonistic groups, especially if one is religious, for ad hoc or hidden gain
2. parody of same

Professor Yandle's descriptions of "Baptists and Bootleggers..." refers to a contrived and self-reinforcing antagonism that benefits both parties, one that is traditionally refered to, in Kentucky, as the Unholy Alliance.

by mbhiii July 24, 2007