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

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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

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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

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Jibbed Out

When you smoke to much meth and fall asleep at the bus stop

i seen at-least five buckets jibbed out downtown last night

by Beeendeee December 18, 2021

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jibs

It’s a term for the saying, “they got you”

It’s used to comment a smart, maybe countering insult. It’s used among friends to point out that one person made a good counter joke.
*you mom jokes are of a different breed and therefore don’t count.

Guy one: Jo bro, if the zombie apocalypse would happen, you’d die first, dweeb!

Guy two: your right, zombies eat brains, so you should be safe.

Guy three: JIBS!!!!

by sera the goat October 16, 2022

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