Definition: The word chaunce is much of an enigma in today's teenage society, but those who can fully grasp the various meanings and uses of the word will refer to it as such:
1. One who carries himself in a presumptuous manner all the while unknowingly giving off an overall vibe of uncoolness that somehow deters from the well-being of those around
2. One who fails miserably at something after premature boasts of achievement
3. Someone that denies a man what he desires most while not receiving any benefit by doing so; the denial is simply due to a lack of comprehension of the gravity of the ordeal
Other possible meanings include but are not limited to short and swift negro man and the male reproductive organ
Examples correspond with their respective definitions:
1. "I was cock-blocked by that chaunce; he clearly does not understand the concept of 'wingman'"
2. "Yes, after receiving nothing after having her, quote, "in the palm of your hand", I name you chaunce of the week"
3. "The woman refused to let me inside her residence where her daughter I sought lay waiting"
Other forms of word: chauncedom; chaunciest; chauncier; chauncey
Mystical creatures that dwell in college dormitories. Often put off stenches that pervade even the most sanitary environments. Chaunces are slow, make little sense in their actions, chaunce around all day, and may become violent if perturbed. Chaunces often live in dark, cavernous rooms and take no notice to their own foul odors. Beware of contact with Chaunces, they often irritate others or become extremely violent in nature.
That Chaunce is ridiculous, he does nothing all day.
Chaunce smells like shit, I guess it's because he just chaunces around all day like a chaunce.
n. An individual that removes themself from social interaction with other individuals, or avoids going to public places with friends, co-workers, family, etc.
v. The act of being a chaunce
n. I invited Jason to the party, but he's not gonna come. He's such a chaunce.
v. He chaunced out last night.
Nickname given to bales of marijuana thrown overboard or out of airplanes. Origin is reportedly from members of the US Coast Guard in the area of Southern Florida.
A sunburn or suntan focused on the left arm. It is caused by the left side of the body being the only half that gets exposed to sunlight while driving. Presumably, it would be located on the right side of the body in countries where they drive on the left side of the road.
I had a trucker's tan after driving for 10 straight hours on a sunny day.
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.