to take the plunge

to take the plunge. verb.

a phrase describing voluntarily trying something for the first time. Often used for experimenting with a particular substance for the first time, like alcohol or an unfamiliar drug. Also includes losing of virginity or some kind of adrenal exercise, like base jumping or skydiving. The phrase illustrates an act of either admirable courage or reckless stupidity. The context may vary.

1) Ah, we can always trust Ross to take the plunge first in the group.

2) Come on, the water is deep enough. Go on, take the plunge

3) Lads, you know how I never said I'd get into the hard stuff? Well... I took the plunge and moved onto kets.

by masoncartoon February 12, 2010

piss take

See: take the piss

Why don't you find that song funny? It's clearly a piss take.

by bungybob May 16, 2006

Take Five

A well-known jazz instrumental song by Dave Brubeck. Plays in 5/4 time signature.

I would like to learn how to play Take Five in piano, guitar, saxophone and drums! It's real catchy!

by NHRHS2010 June 16, 2011

take the cake

to deserve the highest honor or admiration

The latest manipulated photo really takes the cake. (example of take the cake)

by The Return of Light Joker November 9, 2010

Take It Deep

The opposite of "Take It Easy", said with a snarly, vindicative purpose. Commonly used when dismissing someone you don't like.

Mike: Later dude.
Joe: Take it deep.

Simple, yet effective.

by [e-mail] August 19, 2007

take shots

To point out one's faults (appearance, finances, etc.) in a challenging manner. (Similar to roasting)

Person 1: Bruh, go home and fix that damn hairline. Batman symbol lookin' ass.

Person 2: Oh shit, he tryna take shots!

by A Peruvian dragon June 2, 2016

Take a Maurice

Take a dump after you immediately enter a building

Wow - I just got back from lunch. I can't do any work, I gotta take a Maurice first.

by ckilborn November 22, 2010