I like the cut of your Jib

a far classier version of "i like your style", originally used by pirates in the 17th century the expression refers to the forward sail on most ships. The course and speed of a ship is determined by the cut of the ships jib so saying that you like the cut of someones jib is a way of saying, i like the way you're heading.

Original 17th Century Pirate context:
A - I think we should mutiny, Yarr!
B - I like the cut of your jib (jim lad optional)!!!

21st Century context:
A - lets go for a beer and some readily available cannabis
B - alright, i like the cut of your jib

by d4yogurt May 25, 2007

I don't like the cut of your Jib

In the early 1700's the cut of the jib sail, often signified the nationality of a vessel. The term was being used figureatively by the 1800's to express like, or dislike for someone. So, the 'Cut of one's jib' refers to their general appearance of personality.

Little Jr. Son of a bitch: Hi Mr.
Me: I don't like the cut of your jib.

by Cricket_dakid May 26, 2006

I don't like the cut of your Jib

An old expression showing a general dislike for somebody.

Dave: HUH?
Steve: I don't like the cut of your jib.

by Steef Murray November 14, 2007

Jib

To steal and/or con somebody using deception rather than violence.

He used prop money to jib him out of an ounce of weed.

by Mickeyrich January 14, 2023

Jib

Ji to talk

Jib alot

by Jib alot one who talk alot January 21, 2025

Jib Jab

Native jargon of Crevington aka The Crevice community located in Spokane, WA.

That fool was staring into the sun, squeezing lemons in his eyes and talking a whole bunch of Jib Jab!

by Snowmntha June 13, 2024

Jib

A jib can be used in place of a gram when referring to coke although some people use jib to replace bumb

Here bro can I get a jib till tomorrow morning I'm begging ye

by I actually sell drugs September 23, 2019