3 definitions by KiwiVanilaXtract
When something is exceptionally easy. Originated from slaves doing a dance called "cakewalking," a dance to imitate ballroom dancing, made to look effortless. Slave owners would sometimes reward the best performer with a piece of hoecake.
by KiwiVanilaXtract September 18, 2007
Sceptics: I am afraid that old women in their more secret heart of hearts are more sceptical than all men: they believe the superficiality of existence to be its essence, and all virtue and depth is to them merely a veil over this 'truth,' the very desirable veil over a pudendum-in other words, a matter of decency and shame, and no more!
Nietzsche, The Gay Science, Book Two, #64
Nietzsche, The Gay Science, Book Two, #64
by KiwiVanilaXtract September 18, 2007
To excell to the point of winning. Originated from slaves "cakewalking," a dance to imitate and make fun of ballroom dancing. Some slave owners would hold cakewalking competitions, and reward the winner with a piece of hoecake.
by KiwiVanilaXtract September 18, 2007