An evening slack is a term derived from the eponymous label of the creature commonly known as the evening slacker.
Originally, in the early 19th century, primarily in London, there were men of reduced means who would attach themselves to elegant women entering fancy restaurants. Their motives can only be imagined.
In defense, the women began sporting man-like clothing, but looser, more feminine versions, in order to deflect the attention of these less-than-desirable clingers on.
Over time, that particular dress became known as the slacker, or for brevity's sake, the slack.
The tradition has really died off, except in pockets of conservative Protestant culture. Rumor has it that the term is still used in a few resorts in the northeastern United States.
Originally, in the early 19th century, primarily in London, there were men of reduced means who would attach themselves to elegant women entering fancy restaurants. Their motives can only be imagined.
In defense, the women began sporting man-like clothing, but looser, more feminine versions, in order to deflect the attention of these less-than-desirable clingers on.
Over time, that particular dress became known as the slacker, or for brevity's sake, the slack.
The tradition has really died off, except in pockets of conservative Protestant culture. Rumor has it that the term is still used in a few resorts in the northeastern United States.
Please note that during dinner, jackets are required for gentlemen age twelve and over, and for ladies, dresses, skirts or evening slacks.
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A condition that strikes a once helpfull individual and causes them to suddenly not want to do anything. The affliction often never improves and usually the victim becomes more lazy and will slack off beyond all hope.
Dad ( after work ); "Why aren't the leaves raked ?"
Mom (After cleaning house all day, paying bills, still washing last nights dishes and preparing dinner.); "Our houseguest had another slackattack."
Mom (After cleaning house all day, paying bills, still washing last nights dishes and preparing dinner.); "Our houseguest had another slackattack."
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Blain: Bunch of slack-jawed faggots around here. This stuff
will make you a god damned sexual Tyrannosaurus, just like me.
Poncho: holds up his grenade launcher Yeah, strap this on your "sore ass", Blain.
Blain: Bunch of slack-jawed faggots around here. This stuff
will make you a god damned sexual Tyrannosaurus, just like me.
Poncho: holds up his grenade launcher Yeah, strap this on your "sore ass", Blain.
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