catch 22

A no-win dilemma or paradox, similar to damned if I do, damned if I don't.

A situation or predicament characterized by absurdity or senselessness.

by you think? March 19, 2005

catch a crab

While rowing, "catching a crab" means to put one's oar in the water at the wrong time which results in the oar flipping parallel to the boat. When an oar goes from perpindicular (good) to parallel (bad) a rower must pull the oar in and over their head.

This can be difficult to fix as the boat moves.

Kate: I was rowing Port seat 6 yesterday when I totally caught a crab. It was horrible.
Ben: I remember! I was in 5 seat so I stopped to help you get your oar in order.
Kate: Thanks. It was intense. I hope I don't catch a crab at next Saturday's regatta!

by cannelle January 4, 2008

catcall

A loud whistle or a comment of a sexual nature made by a man to a passing woman.

I catcalled Brian's wife last night.

by Phalgun January 21, 2011

catchfart

A lackey, a particularly submissive subordinate willing to follow so closely behind one's superior as to position themselves in range of breaking wind.

An article appearing in the NY Times does not carry the same weight as that article being discussed by a Secretary of State and her henchmen and catchfarts.

by Optiongeek September 7, 2016

what a catch donnie

the saddest song in existence

Me: *what a catch donnie comes on* ERMAGAWD NO!

by thnksfrptrck July 6, 2015

Fart Catcher

Political aide who covers up or spins a politician's gaffs.

Don't worry about Larry, his fart catchers will take care of everything.

by Billy Bob 2003 July 28, 2009

catcher or pitcher

Term used by homosexual men to ask other men whether they are a "top" or a "bottom" during sexual activities. Catcher refers to the "bottom," while pitcher refers to the "top."

John: Catcher or pitcher?
Bob: Catcher.
John: Let's get to know each other better.
Bob: OK.

by Some old dude October 12, 2007