black bamboo n.— «The lure of the “black bamboo,” a cheeky phrase which can’t be further explained in a family newspaper, has become a big draw for British women seeking more than just a tan in this popular tourist resort...
rark v. phr.— «Originally for condoning the use of foul language and making fun of people’s families. Since then I have had a lot of time for A Goose, he is a good sport who takes a rark on the chin.» —“Boofhead Club—For Matty...
highpointer n.— «“This guy’s an animal, physically,” said Jack Longacre, a climber and adventurer who presides over the Highpointers Club, an actual organization dedicated to reaching state and national high points.…“They call...
buddy box n.— «Depending on the systems used, a novice pilot can try his or her wings under the tutelage of a more experienced pilot using what is called a “buddy box.” The student’s control box and the instructor’s control box are linked...
tot lot n.— «The response of the community included the Lions Club, which was looking for a service project and decided there was a need for an imaginative and safe children’s playground. It plans to build a “tot lot” behind...
fanorexia n.— «Our eating disorder consultant alerted us to the fact that “thinspiration” is not a new term after all, and has been in use by anorexics for some time. So instead, based on a suggestion of commenter The Gen X...