Country Dictionary

A fork of Rural Dictionary

Cocytus

The river of lamentation, one of the five rivers of Hades in classical mythology; later adapted by Dante as the ninth and lowest circle of Hell.

At the center of the eighth circle is a deep well, at the bottom of which is found the ninth circle, known as Cocytus.

by Anthony Brancato April 19, 2003

floonie

Rohypnol, also known as the "date rape drug" (short form of the drug's generic name, flunitrazepam).

She wouldn't take her eyes off her drink as she headed toward the ladies' room; maybe she was afraid someone might try and slip her a floonie or something.

by Anthony Brancato April 21, 2003

Choke

To lose a sporting event or contest that decides a championship etc., especially when favored to win

Fran Tarkenton had a history of choking in big games.

by Anthony Brancato August 22, 2003

Hymietown

New York City (due its large Jewish population).

While seeking the Democratic Presidential nomination in 1988 Jesse Jackson referred to New York City as "Hymietown," a remark for which he later apologized.

by Anthony Brancato April 21, 2003