Rambling speech composed of waffle. The act of speaking (often at length and employing 'big' words) in a manner that reveals a lack of knowledge, an inability to properly explain, or an unwillingness to be speaking. Characterised by a waffle, -full of holes.
Lecturer: The propensity of water to fall off a ducks back says a lot about the nature of said duck, that is to say that the water falls off of its back.
Student: He's waffling again.
Student: He's waffling again.
by verseguru August 20, 2004
Rip-off, Swindle. British. Used when referring to generally minor gripes and greivences. Could also be spelled Swizz.
by verseguru August 20, 2004
A stingey person. Somebody who buys cheap in favour of higher quality or better stuff. Even though they might be able to afford the better. Perhaps ungenerously trying not to spend much on their friends. Not particularly offensive, and often intended to ridicule in a light hearted manner. North American origin (skate apparently meaning fellow).
You only got me a half pint - you cheapskate! (light ridicule)
Nice charity outfit you're wearing cheapskate! (mildly offensive)
Nice charity outfit you're wearing cheapskate! (mildly offensive)
by verseguru August 20, 2004