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snobbish;. verb (used with object), high-hat·ted, high-hat·ting. to snub or treat condescendingly. adjective. snobbish; disdainful; haughty. Where does the term high-hat come from? high hat (n.) 1839, “tall hat;” also used synechdochically for men who wear such hats; figurative meaning “swelled head” is from 1923. Drum set sense is from 1934. What does high-hat mean […]

great or excellent. In the 1930s, swell became a popular slang term meaning great or excellent. But it also can describe a wealthy, elegant person, like a group of swells at a fancy restaurant. Definitions of swell. verb. Where did the slang term swell come from? Figuratively, “swell” was used in the 18th century to […]

nonsense, insincere flattery. Banana oil- nonsense, insincere flattery. What does banana oil slang mean? insincere talk; nonsenseinsincere talk; nonsense. What does banana mean in slang? crazy; derangedadjective Slang. crazy; deranged: All that chatter is driving me bananas. What does all wet mean in 1920s slang? an erroneous ideaAll Wet – describes an erroneous idea or […]

What this is is stomping your foot down on the hi-hat pedal in a way that makes the hi-hat cymbals pinch together real quick and open up. It’s kinda like simulating crash cymbals in an orchestra would do, but doing it with the hi-hat. An open hi-hat foot splash works like this. What is a […]

High hats are recessed lights—often called can lights—that are flush with the finished ceiling (the fixture itself is up inside the joists). High hats are terrific for illuminating large areas, where you need lots of light, such as kitchens, offices, and basements. Are high hats the same as recessed lighting? High hat lights are recessed […]

Word can mean okay or just to communicate that you heard them. “I’ll be there in 5 minutes.” “Word.” “I’m going to the store, I’ll be back later.” “Word.” What does word mean in TikTok? What does Sheesh mean on TikTok? You may have heard a lot of TikTokers or seen a lot of comments […]

The first hi-hat looked like a snowshoe However, the emergence of the hi-hat is surprisingly recent, and the hi-hat as we know it today was invented around 1930. The original hi-hat consisted of two small cymbals attached to two boards, one on top of the other, joined with a hinge. Who invented the high-hat? Hi-hats […]

an erroneous idea. All Wet – describes an erroneous idea or individual, as in, “he’s all wet.” And How – I strongly agree! Applesauce- an expletive same as horsefeathers, As in “Ah applesauce!” Attaboy – well done!; also Attagirl! Baby – sweetheart. What does all wet mean in slang? Completely wrong, mistakenCompletely wrong, mistaken, as […]

A gun moll or gangster moll or gangster’s moll is the female companion of a male professional criminal. What did mobsters call their girlfriends? Goomah — Mistress or girlfriend. It comes from the Italian comare, which means godmother or second mother. In other words, someone who takes care of you. Who was the first female […]

Here are 12 of them: Whataburger. Photo: Whataburger. Dr Pepper. Photo: Wallpaper Abyss. BBQ. Photo: Gatlin’s BBQ. Texas State Fair. Photo: Culture Map Dallas. Luckenbach. Photo: stillisstillmoving.com. Rodeos. Photo: Mosaic Traveler. Schlitterbahn. Photo: Schlitterbahn Newsroom. Billy Bob’s. What items is Texas known for? The 15 Things that Make Texas Famous The Alamo. BBQ. Football. Crude […]

It’s a fashion statement. The reason baseball caps have a curved brim is because the front of the human head is rounded, so if you take a flat piece of stiff material and sew it to a beanie-type cap, it will naturally curve to follow the curve of the head. What is the point of […]

A cowgirl is the female equivalent of a cowboy. Is cowboy A girl cowgirl? If the female is doing the same work as the cowboys, then I would call her a “cowgirl.” We don’t refer to a female executive as a “businessman woman” or a “female businessman.” However, if the female in question wants to […]

13 Things You Should Never Say in Texas “So do you ride a horse to school?” “Where are your cowboy hat and boots?” “It’s too hot outside.” “Why shouldn’t I mess with Texas?” “Y’all is not a real word.” “Do you carry a gun?” “Tacos are not a breakfast food.” “I love Mexican food! Chipotle […]

We use the metaphor of wearing multiple hats to represent those challenges that managers face when they add coaching to their repertoire. By broadening the range of responsibilities to include facilitator of learning and development, the manager-as-coach must be able to navigate multiple roles and increased complexity. What are the different hats a manager wears? […]

An expression used to mean one is not awaiting something, as in I’m hoping to hear if I got the job, but I’m not holding my breath. It often is put as an imperative, don’t hold your breath, meaning “don’t expect it, it’s not likely,” as in They may get married this summer, but don’t […]

The 4 hats every manager must wear The expert hat. Putting this hat on means you’re stepping outside your role as a manager, and back into the role of expert contributor in order to support your team. The supervisor hat. The leader hat. The coach hat. What are the 4 hats of leadership? In today’s […]

Definition of look before one leaps : to think or learn about the possible bad results of an action before doing it If you’re planning to invest in your friend’s company, I advise you to look before you leap. What is an example of look before you leap? Example Sentences It is always better to […]

wonderful or splendid. The word keen can also be used as a slang term meaning wonderful or splendid, and this is how it’s used in the phrase peachy keen, which is used as an informal and playful way to describe something as excellent or wonderful. Example: He showed keen jealousy over my keen knife. When […]

a drug deal. This ain’t my first Rodeo. What does my first rodeo mean? This ain’t my first rodeo. If you’re not familiar with the expression, it’s a colorful way of telling someone you’re prepared for a situation and it doesn’t offer a significant challenge to you. What kind of word is rodeo? A North […]

Definition of two peas in a pod —used to say that two people or things are very similar to each other My brother and I are two peas in a pod. What are things like two peas in a pod? very similar, especially in appearance: The twins are like two peas in a pod. What […]