(METAPHOR) relatively transparent ruse to hide something embarrassing behind something good, or something neutral. For example, a man may attempt to hit on a woman by attempting to get her involved in bible study. The woman would ordinarily find being hit on disagreeable or even offensive, so the man conceals his intentions as something considered good.
Comes from the tradition of Renaissance artists using figleaves to conceal the genitalia of nude subjects.
Comes from the tradition of Renaissance artists using figleaves to conceal the genitalia of nude subjects.
During the lead up to the invasion of Iraq, neoconservatives used concern for the the welfare of Iraqis under Saddam's oppressive rule as a figleaf for their bloodlust.
by Primus Intra Pares July 25, 2010
Get the figleaf mug.A slang term for the act of firmly squeezing your butt cheeks together to prevent bowel release, to the point that you cannot hold back anymore and you discharge fecal matter into your pants. The result is often associated with a carrot-like scent.
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I checked, attempting to checkraise the field, but they all checked through. Boy, did I get firleyed.
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Get the figle mug.Hes tall and he smart but he denies it , hes good at fixing things. Hes charming and sexy. He has a big dick
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"EVERYONE LOVES FINLEY"
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