A derogatory reference to communism, specifically to the Cold War and the (former) Soviet Union. For decades, communism was the ultimate and de-facto enemy of the United States and allies Active wars, coups, assassinations, espionage, and many other things, were fought/ordered/carried out over the perceived/real worldwide struggle between democracy and communism in the post World War 2 era (1945-1990's). The Vietnam War, Korean War, and Cuban Missile Crisis being the most notable for obvious reasons.
*This definition is especially important for those who may have no idea/not-sure why other generations in the US have such a strong anti-communism / anti-communist bias, and because recent history coverage in K-12 is poorly and/or quickly covered in US for a number of reasons.
*This definition is especially important for those who may have no idea/not-sure why other generations in the US have such a strong anti-communism / anti-communist bias, and because recent history coverage in K-12 is poorly and/or quickly covered in US for a number of reasons.
"Yes children, the commie bastards actually put nuclear weapons and bases in Cuba with the blessing of Fidel Castro, and nearly started a nuclear war from which all your political correctness and 'safe spaces' would not have protected you."
by idiomatic4 December 18, 2018
Terminology used during Navy Boot Camp that describes the stray material found on military issued clothing that can typically cause a trainee to fail an inspection.
Your not paying attention to detail trainee, there is a commie tag on the collar of your shirt, you should of clipped it off with a nail clipper.
by SavageNation July 18, 2009
Closet Commie is another euphemism for Leftist, also known as Moderate, Progressive, or Liberal. Sometimes call themselves "New Lefties", but routinely disavow the hard-core Bolsheviks, who were well known for the infamous "Red Terror", consisting of violently attacking religious or patriotic figures, often killing same, destroying property property and causing serious, gratuitous injury, even to innocent bystanders and passersby. Such generally have had positive media coverage and even police and prosecutorial support, though they often attack such authorities violently.
The CNN anchorman was a closet commie; he wouldn't label ANTIFA as terrorists or Leftists themselves.
by BobbyBoyNYC October 28, 2020
Slang word used to describe open source or free web and graphics software. Developed by the people for the people.
Let's download some commie-ware for our new business and not pay Microsoft or Adobe for having too many shareholders.
by Tim Sharville March 14, 2008
by Not a Cabo commy January 5, 2018
A rich, famous, or powerful liberal elite. (Usually white) Often bitches about issues such as income inequality and how capitalism hurts the poor but is the last person on earth to pay their own employees fair wages let alone actually do anything to alleviate poverty.
by TheFlyingGayIrishman December 30, 2019
by Galloping Ghost June 7, 2005