Initial Public Offering

When a young 20-something goes topless in public for the first time. Is usually preceded by consumption of large quantaties of Captain Morgan or fruity drinks. Most likely to see an Initial Public Offering or IPO in short, at....river escapades, Mardi Gras, tailgate parties, outdoor rock concerts, or possibly company picnics.

Dude, you should have seen Suzy at the river this weekend, two Long Islands, and she was giving all the guys at the beach Zipper Flexes when she gave everyone an Initial Public Offering.

Dans' wife pulled off an Initial Public Offering in front of the boss at the company party over the weekend. You just know that asshole is going to get a promotion now.

by Spudrod February 25, 2010

privately public figure

A person who presents themselves into the public sphere while maintaining some level of anonymity, by concealing one or more of their distinguishing features (i.e., their likeness, voice, etc.).

YouTubers such as Mister Metokur, Omegon, and Aydin Paladin are examples of privately public figures.

by mightyalwayz May 7, 2019

Harcourt Public School

The school of sarcastic and mental students. We are proud though. If you ever were to enroll here, you are absolutely not welcome cuz you will first receive a shocking news that your child's form teacher is a jagras. (monster hunter world)

kid 1:ayo, he goes to harcourt public school.

kid 2: ikr, no wonder hes so dumb

by Alatreon_Fatalis September 3, 2021

Cheesecaking in Public

Enjoying a Dutch Bargain beer with friends on the street or in public areas.

Hey, wanne go cheesecaking in public? I got the beers

by CLNR May 31, 2020

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When the people at Urban Dictionary hate you, despite your word perfectly fitting on the website.

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Guy: :(

by Milky Dash November 25, 2016

Public School

Government funded humanist indoctrination. Turns children in to good little socialists, ready-made for the new world order.

The most important thing I learned in public school is that I'm homeschooling my friggin' kids.

by Betterthanyouguy November 21, 2004

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by gpetriz March 29, 2017