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grow a set 

This is a derogatory phrase intended to imply that a male (occasionally female) has no testicles and, therefore, lacks the courage to engage in a task or feat.
Steve backed out of our skydiving trip so I told him to grow a set and do it.
grow a set by b-funkadelic March 2, 2004

grow a set 

to grow a pair of balls, implying that one is rather wimpish
grow a set by Phil MiCock March 2, 2004

grow a set 

Stop acting cowardly. Ie, get some nuts.
Dude, stop acting like a pussy and grow a set!
grow a set by Erik March 3, 2004

grow a set 

a way of telling someone to be brave; relates to testicular fortitude.
"I'm too scared to <enter fear-inducing act here>..."

"Awww, just grow a set and do it, you weenie!"

grow a set 

A request for someone to grow a set of testicles, to stiffen up their spine, to get tough, to stand up for themselves, etc.
Your GF will not let you come over for a beer?!?! Dude, grow a set!
grow a set by bob March 4, 2004

grow a set 

At term used derogatively to another person. Usually means that this person has no testicles/courage.
Man that girl is hot.
Ask her out.
She is so out of my league.
Dude you need to grow a set.
grow a set by Gumboy March 2, 2004