noun. The state of believing that the only way to support the troops is to put them in harm's way. ALSO The state of believing in one's leader(s) above the well-being of one's nation.
Never having served in the military, it was patriotastic of the senator to advocate war.
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To hell with what the world thinks! Patriotasm requires us to spread democracy where it is not wanted.
Refers to an incompetent opponent in a sporting arena (usually boxing). Can also be used to refer to minnow cricket teams and other clumsy or useless beings.
"Bangladesh and Zimbabwe would battle to beat my local ski-boat club on a bad day. To hear players and coaches stating how well they played against these palookas is really pathetic."