a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush

This expression means that it is better to have an advantage or opportunity that is certain than having one that is worth more but is not so certain.

"A bird in the hand," is yours, and it's not going anywhere unless you let it go. But if you leave it and go for "two in the bush," there is no guarantee you'll catch them, you might end up with nothing in the end.

In essence, don't be greedy and stick with what good things you already have, instead of going after something you'll probably never get.

Bob: "I think I'm gonna quit my job..another firm is going to offer me a better job.."

Joe: "Are you sure? You probably shouldn't quit unless you know you're gonna get in for sure. A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush."

(Weeks later)

Joe: "So how was the interview?"

Bob: "Idk not so good...i don't think the boss is gonna let me come back either..."

Joe: "You're an idiot.."

by Javo2357 March 23, 2012

get two birds stoned at once

My personal favorite rickyism, I say it all the time - definitely good for some comic relief. Instead of "get two birds with one stone"

Watch Trailer Park Boys!! You will laugh your ass off, guaranteed.

Exactly, get two birds stoned at once

by PhatPJ March 13, 2010

Say "Word" to Big Bird

To be asked to leave a location and to return home. Word, meaing to say hello, and Big Bird, meaning Sesame Street, or any other kids TV show, often watched by a person of low intelligence.

Touvtam Guy: Where are my cases of kosher pudding pops?! Who has eaten my box of kosher ghettoOs?! What has happened to my pallet of kosher beer?!

Dave Diamond: Say "Word" to Big Bird, Bitch. Get the fuck out, now!

by billtaylor.com February 6, 2005

Big Bird Looking Mother Fucker

A twiggy alien man with translucent skin pulled over an elongated frame.

"GOD DAMN! That is one big ass big bird looking mother fucker! Look at dem motha fuckin' twiggy alien arms man!"

by LArryOG August 27, 2011

Obsessive Compulsive Angry Birds Disorder

Also known as OCABD, it is a condition in which the afflicted person obsesses over all of the fine details while playing the game Angry Birds. The most common symptoms are restarting a level numerous times in order to achieve a desired result, and obsessing over getting a high score, achieving three stars, or gathering golden eggs.

Paul: "Man, is Gary still playing on his phone?"

George: "Yeah, he has Obsessive Compulsive Angry Birds Disorder. He won't stop playing until he beats that high score."

by BirdsBirdsBirds June 18, 2011

Killing Two Stones With One Bird

The term is similar to the phrase "Killing Two Birds With One Stone" but instead of simply meaning accomplishment of multiple tasks with one action, it's the accomplishment of multiple IMPOSSIBLE or DIFFICULT tasks.

The phrase was commonly found used in Chuck Norris Jokes.

Bob: I was hungry today so I baked a large pizza. That way I was able to feed myself and my friends.
Joe: Talk about killing two birds with one stone.
Leroy: That's nothing. I started a campaign for pizza for the hungry and now I'm getting a free trip to Italy to expand my campaign AND I'm ending world hunger at the same time.
Joe: Now you're just killing two stones with one bird.

by ShadowzI May 12, 2013

bird el inglés volando

Comic book for really learning any English grammar at all. It has visuals, speech bubbles and stuff. You pass your B1/B2 Cambridge exam fast and easy and then go drinking some pina coladas with your friends.

Dude 1. "I passed my English exam!"
Dude 2. "Did you study hard?"
Dude 1. "No, I just had bird el inglés volando"

by jvc16 March 18, 2017