unidyne's definitions

pirate radio

An unlicensed radio station, often broadcasting political or controvercial material. The term was coined in the 1960's with "Radio Caroline", which broadcasted from a ship just outside of British territorial waters. Today's pirate broadcasters often play dance music not normally heard on comercial stations, or are intended to provide entertainment or opinions outside the mainstream.

The pirate radio station broadcasted trance music into the early hours of the morning.

by Unidyne March 11, 2005

fanzine

Combination of fan and zine. Often a low-budget or amateur publication devoted to the fan appreciation of a particular celebrety or musical act.

My cousin puts out an Elvis fanzine that she hands out at record swaps.

by unidyne November 25, 2003

road warrior

A travelling business person who spends much of his time on the road, driving between meetings or presentations. The name is taken from "The Road Warrior", the US title of the Australian action film "Mad Max 2".

Sahda's a serious road warrior. She's clocked 12,000 on her car just driving to give presentations.

by Unidyne December 14, 2003

comp

Term used in the gaming (gambling) industry to describe gratuities given to frequent gamblers or high-rollers. Trunication of "complimentary" and often used as a verb.

Harry's uncle got comped a steak dinner at Harrah's after winning at Craps.

by Unidyne September 17, 2004

twilight zone

Scuba diving term for the point where sunlight no longer penetrates the water.

We dove so far down, we reached the twilight zone.

by Unidyne December 14, 2003

Vegas

Trunication of "Las Vegas". Used often in reference to the city in Nevada, or the lifestyle of the late 1950's that typified the "Rat Pack" era.

I blew money at a casino, saw a stage show, got drunk at a bar and got lucky with a cute lady. I guess you could say I had the Vegas experience.

by Unidyne March 11, 2005

go postal

To lash out violently and at random, often in a blind rage. Term taken from the 1990's incidents of workplace violence involving US Postal System workers.

I was so angry at work with the new workload, I was afraid I'd go postal.

by Unidyne March 11, 2005