Boomslang--(boom-slahng, -slang) n. a venomous, tree-dwelling snake, Dispholidus typus, of tropical and southern Africa, having black to greenish scales.
Worm-burner--n. A fast-moving ground ball in baseball
Hellbender--n. 1. a large salamander, Cryptobranchus alleganiensis, of rivers and streams in eastern North America, having a flat, stout body and broad head. 2. Informal. a reckless or headstrong person.
Slobber Knocker--n, v. especially in American football, a powerful collision or a match featuring unusual phsyical violence or intense play; (hence) also in other sports, an exciting game; an exciting or emotional event.
Some of my favorites.
Today while trying to follow my doppelganger, I saw a boomslang almost get hit by a wormburner. Even though that boomslang seemed to be a bit of a hellbender he managed to avoid a slobber knocker.
ReplyDeleteFunny you would choose these words today.