American Slang


bust digits

American Slang

Origin: American Slang
Definition: to obtain a person’s telephone number
Example: I never have any luck busting digits in a bar.

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doohickey

American Slang

Origin: American Slang
Definition: an unnamed object
Example: I didn’t know if he wanted the wrench, screwdriver, or nails when he pointed at the toolbox and asked for the doohickey.

conniption

American Slang

Origin: American Slang
Definition: to be upset, to have a fit
Example: When I told her that I was going to be late she had a conniption.

jalopy

American Slang

Origin: American Slang
Definition: an old, rundown, and unreliable automobile
Example: I didn’t want my dad to drop me off at the party because the family car is such a jalopy.

an arm and a leg

American Slang

Origin: American Slang
Definition: expensive, costly
Example: I really want a new game system, but they all cost an arm and a leg.

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