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MacGayver 

verb. to utilize accessible but limited resources around
ones(gay)self to create something fabulous.

noun. someone who is one part Martha Stewart, one part Bob Villa, and one part MacGuyver that is able to utilize their talent and skill to create something fabulous out limited but accessible resources.
Todd whip into MacGayver mode and grabbed three camping lanterns, a couple of bungee cords, chiffon, and some zip ties to create not only needed but wonderful lighting over the picnic table at our campsite.
MacGayver by firebird71 July 22, 2009
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MacGayver 

verb. to utilize accessible but limited resources around
ones(gay)self to create something fabulous.

noun. someone who is one part Martha Stewart, one part Bob Villa, and one part MacGuyver that is able to utilize their talent and skill to create something fabulous out of limited but accessible resources.
Todd whipped into MacGayver mode and grabbed three camping lanterns, a couple of bungee cords, chiffon, and some zip ties to create not only needed but wonderful lighting over the picnic table at our campsite.
MacGayver by firebird71 July 22, 2009

MacGayver 

To use a combination of MacGyver-like and homosexual skills (playbill collecting, dress making, make-overs) to get out of any situation.

This can include using a single stick of gum to repair a dress on the red carpet, turning a hungover girlfriend into a presentable hottie by re-fashioning her scarf in to a slutty top or sashaying past a long entrance line at any club.
I got a single ticket in the 2nd mezzanine for the Lady GaGa concert but my girlfriends are going to be down in the orchestra. I'm going to have to MacGayver my way done there somehow...
MacGayver by the_Dilley November 25, 2009

MacGuyverism 

The uncanny ability to use ones surroundings to overcome any situation. Exceptional improvisational skills a must. Quick wit and creativity also play a major role in MacGuyverism.
I shall get us out of this situation, for I am a master of MacGuyverism!

Macgyver 

Someone who can jump-start a truck with a cactus.
Macgyver by Yul August 20, 2003

macgyvered 

To use the seemingly useless trinkets and objects in your close vicinity together to accomplish an otherwise impossible task.
So I took my shoelaces, tied them together, lassoed the gas petal (with a paperclip), slid a wrench down it (to change the direction of force), threaded it through the steering wheel, and attached it to the door handle, so when I opened the car door and jumped out, the force from opening the door would cause the car to let on the gas and drive towards the men with the bazookas, letting me escape.”
macgyvered by Mark Hoye July 8, 2005

Macgyver 

v. To inexplicably overcome a perilous situation through the skillful use of random or otherwise unrelated objects.
Dude, I'll Macgyver that shit.
Macgyver by Detroit Rock citeee September 26, 2010
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