Igon Value Problem

"the Igon Value Problem: when a writer’s education on a topic consists in interviewing an expert, he is apt to offer generalizations that are banal, obtuse or flat wrong" (Steven Pinker, NY Times 11/7/2009).

Pinker coined the term in his review of a Malcolm Gladwell book. Gladwell had quoted an expert speaking about an “igon value” -- the correct term is eigenvalue, a basic concept in linear algebra.

Gladwell's "Blink" is basically a worthless book because of the Igon Value Problem.

by JLG6000 November 18, 2009

Bye Lena Problems

A frickin ANIMATION MEME APPARENTLY
Also a Russian song

Charlotte: I learned how to say "taxes" in Russian :D
Shirley: какие
Charlotte: Shirley I dont have a clue-
Shirley: I SAID WHAT IN RUSSIAN.
-Later-
Charlotte: *plays bye lena problems*

by *cough* hello May 20, 2019

drinking problem

alcohol is causing problems in your life (for example, with your health, in your work, or with your social responsibilities)

Theo's drinking problem was that he had only one mouth.

by yorrick hunt January 22, 2008

third world problems

Actual problems that affect your life.

I'm dealing with some third world problems right now. I can't afford food.

by Nigga with a Rocket Launcher May 24, 2016

What's your problem

Used to suggest a problem in another's mental state. This is a response to an unprovoked statement or inappropriate action. Can also be used in third person.

"What's up Eric?"
"Fuck off Gil, next time I see you I'm gonna beat your ass and give you an Abe Lincoln"
"What's your problem man?"

(Gina finds her brother masturbating on her bed in the nude)
"You couldn't walk down the hall to do that Phil?!?! What's your problem?!?!?"

"Yo Jennifer always flips out every time I try space docking"
"What's her problem?"

by tripleski6 June 14, 2011

Problema con pedro

A phrase characterizing a problem someone is clearly not mentally and/or physically equipped to handle.

So your dad needs to settle a dispute between his Latin girlfriend's mother and her volatile boyfriend?

yeah... problema con pedro

by Mat IV July 22, 2009

Henny Youngman problem

A problem that is best solved by avoiding the problematic situation. From the old Henny Youngman joke: "Doctor, it hurts when I do this!" "Don't do that."

I inflated my mountain bike tires to 110 psi, and they exploded right off the rims.

So don't do that. That's a Henny Youngman problem.

by dumbled0re September 25, 2008