This is phrase that can be roughly translated to "it could be worse." It is derived from the idea that there are far worse things in this world than ticks (the pesky, tiny arachnid). One who sees the silver lining in a situation would "settle for ticks," in favor of a more terrible outcome.
-"Damnit! I can't believe we don't have floor seats."
-"Hey man, I'd settle for ticks, we could be up on the balcony, and then we wouldn't even be able to see the band."
-"Hey man, I'd settle for ticks, we could be up on the balcony, and then we wouldn't even be able to see the band."
by Bentat December 14, 2010
To be painfully full. A Southern colloquialism that is used after consuming far too much food. If you have ever popped a tick when it is full of blood the connection is quite obvious.
by Olin Oden July 27, 2014
An increasing sign of insanity, it's often said aloud multiple times by those slowly losing their minds. Often accompanied with a blank stare.
by Fireheart July 29, 2010
by beentheredonethat189 June 06, 2010
Dick tick. Tick entrenched on the head of the penis. Symptoms include herpes like sore, swollen glands and inflamed itchy chode.
by Dick Tick May 24, 2008
by ---kris--- January 02, 2009
other word for boob fucking
by tay raw August 21, 2009