A tall, dark, handsome guy that is strong and brave as a bear. He always makes you laugh, and have a nice personality. He’s pretty much a humbled guy. He’s nice, friendly, cool, unique and a smart person. But usually not too focus at having friends.
A wizard, a doctor of magic and horticulture. Someone with the name Bernard has taught several people many ways to grow, and helped them countless times, even when they don't deserve such graceful insight, comfort and security. But don't be veiled, for he can and will handle a hoe when necessary. It's his job as a professional green thumb to maintain growth of flowers (particularly hydrangeas and roses). Ungrateful ones won't be having fun long out by the shed....
1st person, "Have you seen that gardener at the mansion? His name is Bernard."
British slang for a scientist or technical expert, esp . when the speaker is not certain of the expert’s specific field of study. Not necessarily derogatory, but typically used by persons without a technical background. In the US, the equivalent would be “egghead”, “squint”, or “geek.”
Origin of the word is unknown. Started sometime in World War 2. Given the typical evolution of British slang, could easily have started because what these experts did was confusing or “baffling” to the common person.
According to the boffins downstairs, the murdererused a serrated blade.
When you have to pee in a movie but don’t want to miss anything, and must do the following mental equation: will the amount I have to pee cause enough discomfort to diminish my attention capacity for the remainder of the movie to an extent which is greater than the amount of the movie I would miss by making a mad dash to the restroom.
I saw Satantango last night, wonderful film but by the 5th hour I had to start doing peecalculus.