astralgia, n. (Gr. astro-, star + Gr. algos Ð pain, grief, distress; cf. nostalgia) - a longing for stars and interstellar travels to the remote corners of the universe; homesickness for cosmos.
The film "Gattaca" is about astralgia. The protagonist, Vincent, though deemed genetically flawed and subsequently fated to Á low-level occupation, pursues to the end his dream of space travel.
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Taking the stance that 'this new idea means that they think my old idea is bad'; the people of SA:SVU take such ideas, suggestions, and pleas for some sort of progress as a personal affront to their character - something which they shouldn't do, firstly because it's not how to have an adult conversation, and secondly because they have no character to speak of.
While many cities have their fair share of whinging, tiresome old shits; Adelaide has, because of decades of 'bright flight'; been left with a much higher percentage of shits than other major Australian cities.
SA:SVU is now a toxic hell hole for anyone with more than half a brain cell. Investors go where the talent is, and they're not going to Adelaide, the renewal project is a joke, and the festivals such as Fringe only serve to advertise what you can get in other cities all year round; but can only get in Adelaide for one month a year.
Those not ranting hysterically are making excuses for Adelaide; that a city with a population of 1.2 million doesn't need more business, entertainment, big name artist performance, good governance, or opportunities for young people to do well in their life.
Taking the stance that 'this new idea means that they think my old idea is bad'; the people of SA:SVU take such ideas, suggestions, and pleas for some sort of progress as a personal affront to their character - something which they shouldn't do, firstly because it's not how to have an adult conversation, and secondly because they have no character to speak of.
While many cities have their fair share of whinging, tiresome old shits; Adelaide has, because of decades of 'bright flight'; been left with a much higher percentage of shits than other major Australian cities.
SA:SVU is now a toxic hell hole for anyone with more than half a brain cell. Investors go where the talent is, and they're not going to Adelaide, the renewal project is a joke, and the festivals such as Fringe only serve to advertise what you can get in other cities all year round; but can only get in Adelaide for one month a year.
Those not ranting hysterically are making excuses for Adelaide; that a city with a population of 1.2 million doesn't need more business, entertainment, big name artist performance, good governance, or opportunities for young people to do well in their life.
Me: Hey, this bar has got half as many people in it as last year - how about we do something different to bring more punters in?
Special Victim: Well, I don't know why you've made that suggestion; you obviously hate the place. I go there, I suppose you hate me too. Gees, why can't you just accept the place for what it is ant stop being so negative?
Me: I see we're playing South Australia: Special Victims Unit again.
Special Victim: Well, I don't know why you've made that suggestion; you obviously hate the place. I go there, I suppose you hate me too. Gees, why can't you just accept the place for what it is ant stop being so negative?
Me: I see we're playing South Australia: Special Victims Unit again.
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The Australian Navy cadets are a group of Homosexual beings and cannot take a bloody joke. This has give them the nickname of “Anchor Wankers” as of there homosexual nature, they may think they are better than everyone else, but indeed they are not. Navy cadets are very aggressive and should not be approached without an F88 assault rifle. If scared they will flee back to their boats and cry to their petty officers.
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The lower peasants of Greens spend their days trolling Sky News and resorting to shaming, guilt tripping and insulting anyone who dare think differently, grasping at the hope they may bully others into voting Greens.
When it all comes down to it, the only thing Greens Australia focus on is control.
The lower peasants of Greens spend their days trolling Sky News and resorting to shaming, guilt tripping and insulting anyone who dare think differently, grasping at the hope they may bully others into voting Greens.
When it all comes down to it, the only thing Greens Australia focus on is control.
Greens Australia demand tens of 1000s of immigrants be brought here regurlary, assuming the immigrants will vote for them
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Get the Australian charm mug.A pain or nostalgic feeling for a life you never had or a place you never visited, real or imaginary.
Most commonly experienced when looking at scenery from a picture, a painting or a movie, but also when reading or thinking about a fictional place.
Pronounced like nostalgia
Most commonly experienced when looking at scenery from a picture, a painting or a movie, but also when reading or thinking about a fictional place.
Pronounced like nostalgia
The setting of the movie 'Blade Runner' gives me alteralgia.
Thinking about the Shire from 'Lord of the Rings' makes me alteralgic.
I've never been to Japan, but the idea of being there is making me alteralgic.
Thinking about the Shire from 'Lord of the Rings' makes me alteralgic.
I've never been to Japan, but the idea of being there is making me alteralgic.
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Advanced techniques can be applied to create a reining flurry. As one approaches the apex, vigorous pendulum-like motions combined with slight torquing of the hips can cause the trajectory of the ejaculate to scatter forming a ferocious blizzard.
It is crucial for the masturbator to be properly prepared with all required materials within arms reach. Due to the excessive blood flow and disorientation, failure to prepare in this advanced position can cause irrational thinking, broken bones, and abashed relationships with kin.
Advanced techniques can be applied to create a reining flurry. As one approaches the apex, vigorous pendulum-like motions combined with slight torquing of the hips can cause the trajectory of the ejaculate to scatter forming a ferocious blizzard.
It is crucial for the masturbator to be properly prepared with all required materials within arms reach. Due to the excessive blood flow and disorientation, failure to prepare in this advanced position can cause irrational thinking, broken bones, and abashed relationships with kin.
Although Steve had been training for months, he went blind while attempting the Australian Snow Storm when the acidity of the poorly aimed semen landed in his eyes causing permanent erosion of his retinas.
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