tradesman's definitions

balls out

Originally referred to the governor on old steam engines that had two ball that rotated across one another that would control speed depending on how fast they spun. Balls out meant going full speed or power.

That old steam tractor was going balls out.

by tradesman November 21, 2003

cheesepuff

An individual that puts on a bigger front than he really has. Same as a braggart, but less savory.

Don't let that cheesepuff bullshit you.

by tradesman March 31, 2003

Chopsocky

A term defining a type of movie; mostly Hong Kong actioners with Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, John Woo, etc, etc.

Let's rent some chopsocky from Video Time tonight.

by tradesman June 6, 2003

Not Proud to be an American

One who has strong opinions, and nothing more. Is very unhappy with the current administration, but probably didn't vote. Takes out his frustrations here at UrbanDictionary. Mostly harmless.

Keep on posting, Not Proud. I need the laugh.

by tradesman June 22, 2006

the simpsons

A once-sidesplitting show that is, sadly, beginning to grow stale and has the earmarks of becoming increasingly redundant.

Family Guy was better than the Simpsons.

by tradesman November 22, 2003

Lord Of The Rings

The existential fantasy story. A model for others to follow.

The Lord Of The Rings is classic storytelling.

by tradesman April 1, 2003

Hemi

One of wildest engines that was ever made. Refers to the shape of the combustion chamber.(hemispherical)

That Hemi Dodge can really wrinkle the pavement.

by tradesman April 3, 2003