tradesman's definitions

United Nations

A group of nations whose purpose is increasingly irrelevant; whose widespread corruption is now coming to light.

The corruption of the United Nations is growing unchecked. Can't wait 'till Annan tries to explain the "Oil-for-Food" program.

by tradesman January 11, 2005

gun control

1. An isidious plan by some who feel that the gun is to blame for crimes commited by the criminal as a basis to take away firearms from law-abiding citizens.

2. Hitting what you're aiming at.

3. To use both hands while firing.

Gun control isn't about guns, it's about control.

by tradesman March 31, 2003

Le Monde

A leftist French periodical that is undeniably hysterical in it's anti-American tirades. On the same level as the Nation Enquirer here in the States.

Le Monde is a joke.

by tradesman November 26, 2003

school of hard knocks

Life itself; knowledge (and wisdom) gained by working for it, and not necessarily from a book.

You can learn more common sense from the school of hard knocks, than from most any university.

by tradesman June 15, 2004

442

A performance option for Olds Cutlasses. It originally stood for: 400 cu. in. engine, 4-bbl. carb, dual exhaust.

"That '71 442 can really fly!"

by tradesman April 1, 2003

cheesedick

A generic term used for, among other things, a bullshitter, or to someone too eager to please.

Look at Wilson with the boss. What a cheesedick.

by tradesman March 31, 2003

card shark

One who is very proficient at card games.

Don't play him, he's a card shark.

by tradesman July 10, 2003