factoring

In encryption systems, very large prime numbers (200 digits long or more) are used to generate other prime numbers. When trying to decode encrypted data it is necessary to find the two original prime numbers.

I use factoring to generate my private encryption key.

by Daws April 26, 2004

Internet hotness conversion factor

The process of using incorrect but more attractive stats on a dating profile in order to get more hits. This phrase was used by Lester on NBC's TV series, Chuck (Episode 214, "Chuck Versus the Suburbs"). The concept can also be seen in Brad Paisley's hit song "Online".

I'm 5'4" and weigh 425 pounds... but you should see the hits I get on eHarmony. With the internet hotness conversion factor, I'm now 6'5" and I have abs of steel.

by JessLewis March 17, 2009

So-Cal Paintball Factory

At one time was one of hottest paintball teams coming out of Southern Califonia between 2003-2005.Most recognized by their black jerseys and the iron cross that graced the front of their chest. So-Cal was founded by Ralphie Nava of San Fernando Ca. Began as an all pump team run by Angelo Nava in ealry 2003 but later expanded into the NPPL. So-Cal was a spring board for many of the players to move up the ladder in rankings. The So-Cal teams produced players that have been rostered on such Pro teams as San Diego Dynasty, San Diego Aftermath and Reds Sedition. Other teams that carried members of the So-Cal Family were the Vatos Locos, La Faction, La Exodus and La Exodus Kids. So-Cal Paintball Factory has traveled and played in many tournaments ranging from Florida to Hawaii.

So-Cal Paintball Factory at one time was one of hottest paintball teams coming out of Southern Califonia between 2003-2005.

by Steven661 January 1, 2008

J-Factor

An arbitrarily defined value, usually abbreviated by a J in equations, which adjusts for errors in the process of calculation. This is generally used by physics students who are unable to achieve expected results through experimentation.

According to our data, all of the ice caps will melt in 34 days. So I threw in a little j-factor that bumped it up to 94 years.

by TalkSauce February 20, 2007

CDI Factor

Literally "Chicks Dig It." A sarcastic term used to denote anything with a high "gee-whiz" quotient.

Commonly expressed as a 1-10 score, the term is used to denote something (or someone) that is fashionable but lacks utility.

It is a popular "army-speak" term.

Did you see Bob's new shotgun? It has pistol grips, a collapsible stock, a 24x scope, a picaninny rail with flashlight mount, a chromed trigger, and a depiction of Jesus cleansing the temple hand-carved into the stock.

Yeah, I saw it. It has a CDI factor of 10.

What a tool.

by Silverstar1865 April 17, 2009

Cute Factor

A small percentage of a political candidate's overall electability that puts her/him over the top. The amount of good looking that it takes a candidate to edge out a political opponent.

The candidate with the most Cute Factor usually wins the election.

Cute Factor won the election.

by lornagdoon July 14, 2009

el farto!

A powerful expression of disgust or disdain made even more potent when strategically timed with a fierce blast of flatulence.

My dear mother would artfully express her hostility for my adulterous father by sneaking the dinner plate down in front of him while squatting a little, cutting a loud ripper and yelling out, “el farto!”

by Dr Bunnygirl May 18, 2019