metaphor pertaining to something of a fragile or volatile nature.
-from an old past-time of standing up playing cards together in the form of a house, this "structure" can fall apart at any time from the slightest action (e.g. an air current).
-from an old past-time of standing up playing cards together in the form of a house, this "structure" can fall apart at any time from the slightest action (e.g. an air current).
"We must plan this campaign implementing maximum precision, else it will disintegrate into a house of cards."
by Polo January 6, 2008
Get the house of cards mug.A phrase used to remind someone that they are being hypocritical. It is supposed to remind the person of the saying "You should not throw stones in glass houses".
Jane (who is a little big herself):
"I see someone could benefit from a few more crunches and few less crunch bars."
Alison: "Glass houses Jane."
"I see someone could benefit from a few more crunches and few less crunch bars."
Alison: "Glass houses Jane."
by JustMe23 June 30, 2009
Get the glass houses mug.The Greatest Anime in existence. Focuses around the life of Cory Baxter-san, son of the head chef of Emperor Hirohito at the Emperor's palace. Cory-san gets into many adventures with Newt-san and tries to get the attention of Senpai Mina. Most "anime fans" would rather you watch cheap cartoons like Naruto or Attack on Titan, as they do not understand the greatness of true anime...
Pink Guy: ey b0ss, you wanna watch some Cory in the House?
Franku: Hell Yeah!!! Cory-San is the greatest anime ever...
Franku: Hell Yeah!!! Cory-San is the greatest anime ever...
by Jazzy D L September 12, 2015
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Get the house to the neck mug.An establishment where a gentleman can procure the services of a prostitute, commonly advertised under the guise of being a 'massage parlour' or a 'sauna'.
Alright lads, fancy goin up the brass house after last orders? I think old Shelley's working tonight
by Loobstser February 24, 2011
Get the brass house mug.Interj. - A battlecry used when attacking someone, to strike confusion and fear into the minds of your opponent. Usually followed by a hard right hook.
by Felyza June 11, 2006
Get the twinkie house mug.That little slut should consider childproofing the house.
After 8 kids, I should really consider childproofing the house.
I childproofed the house, but they still get in.
Person 1: Did you hear? Lawanda just got knocked up again, and she doesn't know who the baby daddy is.
Person 2: She should really consider childproofing her house if she's going to be such a skank.
After 8 kids, I should really consider childproofing the house.
I childproofed the house, but they still get in.
Person 1: Did you hear? Lawanda just got knocked up again, and she doesn't know who the baby daddy is.
Person 2: She should really consider childproofing her house if she's going to be such a skank.
by MzShadada August 7, 2012
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