Used as a phrase advising or warning that calmness and good order should be maintained.
The Buffs (note the capitalization) refers to the 3rd Regiment of Foot in the British Army, later renamed the Royal East Kent regiment until it was amalgated with other regiments after the Second World War (the current successor regiment being the Princess of Wales's Royal Regiment). Before the late 19th century introduction of khaki uniforms British infantry famously wore red jackets. To tell different regiments apart they had different coloured facings - that is to say the inner lining visible when parts of the jacket like the sleeves where folded over. The 3rd Regiment of Foot nickname came from their buff coloured (a pale yellow) facings. This name was officially recognised and popularised during the period when regiments were named after their colonel. There were two Colonel Howard's Regiments so one was called the Buff Howards and the other the Green Howards.
The phrase itself originated in the 1858 when the adjutant of the Buffs was administrating a parade of his regiment under the gaze of a rival regiment, the 21st Fusiliers. Not wanting to be embarrassed by an indisciplined parade he shouted out 'steady the Buffs!' to get his men into order. It became a common phrase in the British Army and was popularised by Kipling
The Buffs (note the capitalization) refers to the 3rd Regiment of Foot in the British Army, later renamed the Royal East Kent regiment until it was amalgated with other regiments after the Second World War (the current successor regiment being the Princess of Wales's Royal Regiment). Before the late 19th century introduction of khaki uniforms British infantry famously wore red jackets. To tell different regiments apart they had different coloured facings - that is to say the inner lining visible when parts of the jacket like the sleeves where folded over. The 3rd Regiment of Foot nickname came from their buff coloured (a pale yellow) facings. This name was officially recognised and popularised during the period when regiments were named after their colonel. There were two Colonel Howard's Regiments so one was called the Buff Howards and the other the Green Howards.
The phrase itself originated in the 1858 when the adjutant of the Buffs was administrating a parade of his regiment under the gaze of a rival regiment, the 21st Fusiliers. Not wanting to be embarrassed by an indisciplined parade he shouted out 'steady the Buffs!' to get his men into order. It became a common phrase in the British Army and was popularised by Kipling
"I can't believe it! My girlfriend has just left me, I've been fired from work and my dog has dog. My life has gone down the drain. I don't know what to do"
"Steady the Buffs! I lost my leg to a lion in Tanganyika but you don't see me blubbing like a nancy boy.
"Sorry, I was being a trifle self-indulgent for a bit there"
"Steady the Buffs! I lost my leg to a lion in Tanganyika but you don't see me blubbing like a nancy boy.
"Sorry, I was being a trifle self-indulgent for a bit there"
by oxocube September 1, 2009
Get the Steady the Buffs mug."Trying to get this guy to pay for something is impossible...He could squeeze a nickel 'til the buffalo shits!"
by Mr Jameson September 27, 2010
Get the Squeeze a nickel 'til the buffalo shits mug.Skinning a buffalo fish, which has two layers of skin/scales
Andrew Zimmern hears this terms from a Mississippi River man in S18:E3 of Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern.
Sorry, Andrew. You told every viewer to look this up on Urban Dictionary, but it doesn't mean whatever innuendo you hoped it would
Andrew Zimmern hears this terms from a Mississippi River man in S18:E3 of Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern.
Sorry, Andrew. You told every viewer to look this up on Urban Dictionary, but it doesn't mean whatever innuendo you hoped it would
Jim Bob: alright, it's about time to start fleecing the buffalo
Billy Bob: you mean the fish, or something else?
Jim Bob: oh, you know what I mean ;)
Billy Bob: you mean the fish, or something else?
Jim Bob: oh, you know what I mean ;)
by justclarissa September 20, 2017
Get the Fleecing the buffalo mug.A herd of buffalo can only move as fast as the slowest buffalo. And, when the herd is hunted, it is the slowest and weakest ones at the back that are killed first. This natural selection is good for the herd as a whole, because the general speed and health of the whole group keeps improving by the regular killing of the weakest members.
In much the same way, the human brain can only operate as fast as the slowest brain cells. Excessive intake of alcohol, as we all know, kills brain cells, but naturally it attacks the slowest and weakest brain cells first. In this way, regular consumption of beer eliminates the weaker brain cells, making the brain a faster and more efficient machine!
That's why you always feel smarter after a few beers.
In much the same way, the human brain can only operate as fast as the slowest brain cells. Excessive intake of alcohol, as we all know, kills brain cells, but naturally it attacks the slowest and weakest brain cells first. In this way, regular consumption of beer eliminates the weaker brain cells, making the brain a faster and more efficient machine!
That's why you always feel smarter after a few beers.
by Raziel February 4, 2004
Get the the buffalo theory mug.Person 1: Dude, sometimes I get tired of eating out the skinny girls, there is hardly anything there.
Person 2: Then you should try the buffet! Those fat chicks have pussy for days!
Person 2: Then you should try the buffet! Those fat chicks have pussy for days!
by Moaning Murtle September 3, 2009
Get the Try the buffet mug.A system of tactics that allow you to take full advantage of any 'all you can eat' buffet. As described by Howard, in channel 4 sitcom Fresh Meat. The plan is as follows:
1. Positioning: close to the buffet. Minimising plate travel and ensuring prime position for refills.
2. The first round: just one of each item. This is the introductory taster plate; we don't want to waste stomach space on non-tasty items.
3. Round 2: maximise high value items eg. prawns, over low value bulk foods such as rice or noodle. Remember the aim is not to have a satisfying meal out, the aim is to beat the buffet.
4. When you feel like you can't eat anymore: bring out the transporter. *Proceeds to tip a large plate of noodle into a rucksack lined with a plastic bag.
2. The first round: just one of each item. This is the introductory taster plate; we don't want to waste stomach space on non-tasty items.
3. Round 2: maximise high value items eg. prawns, over low value bulk foods such as rice or noodle. Remember the aim is not to have a satisfying meal out, the aim is to beat the buffet.
4. When you feel like you can't eat anymore: bring out the transporter. *Proceeds to tip a large plate of noodle into a rucksack lined with a plastic bag.
by thegrandmaster98 December 19, 2011
Get the beat the buffet mug.An euphemism for cunnilingus, oral sex, an act performed by a person on the vulva and/or vagina of a female, the opposite of fellatio. The term was created by “The Man” and has become popular due to its frequent use on the legendary podcast Slacker and The Man. It is important to this podcast not to offend their sensitive listeners, many being doctors and lawyers.
Terminology: A headbutt is a strike with the head, typically striking a sensitive area of an opponent. A buffalo is an animal that is the size of a very large cow, with shaggy, long, black/brown fur. If you haven’t figured it out yet, buffalo is another euphemism for that treasured part of the female anatomy, the vagina. Put the two together and it is easy to create an image in the mind of a man charging with his face first into a lady’s lap - the beginning of oral sex on a woman.
Terminology: A headbutt is a strike with the head, typically striking a sensitive area of an opponent. A buffalo is an animal that is the size of a very large cow, with shaggy, long, black/brown fur. If you haven’t figured it out yet, buffalo is another euphemism for that treasured part of the female anatomy, the vagina. Put the two together and it is easy to create an image in the mind of a man charging with his face first into a lady’s lap - the beginning of oral sex on a woman.
Mashers: "I have a 30 minute minimum when it comes to sex."
The Man: "Does that include headbutting the buffalo?"
The Man: "Ever headbutt the buffalo?"
The Man: "Does that include headbutting the buffalo?"
The Man: "Ever headbutt the buffalo?"
by Mashers69 January 12, 2014
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