Redefining misanthropy for a fresh generation. Standard posts begin with a definition from Ambrose Bierce's The Devil's Dictionary followed by a modern adjustment. Miscellany on Wednesday and storytelling on Saturday.
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
Auctioneer
Auctioneer, n. The man who proclaims with a hammer that he has picked a pocket with his tongue.
2005 Update: A facilitator of commerce between a scoundrel and an optimist. Practically a cabinet position.
You're really too kind - to think little ole (note I refuse to call myself old!) me yielding that kind of brilliance and power. There is the thing about the shoe, but has anyone ever actually seen Karl Rove's shoes?
Dog Face Girl, I think Alien Guy needs your attention, but thanks for commenting. You're a doll.
Tom & Icy, if you have a high tolerance for profanity, follow the link on right marked "The arch-? Gabriel." I think you'll like how he does his blog and he's witty and smart and daring and furry like Icy.
well, you got to pick a pocket or two. and i get to be the first. yayyy!
ReplyDeleteWell heck. You did so good, I can't comment. Except to say, "You did very well on this one!"
ReplyDeleteKarma, and I'm second ;-)
ReplyDeletePlanetmoron, good one. A Deputy Chief of Staff, too.
Tan Lucy, that's a very acceptable comment. Thanks. Am I forgiven for "Litigation?"
Auctioneer, n. Early rural practioners of rap music.
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I always thought an auctioneer was the guy willing to sell his own mother for a good potato.....
ReplyDeleteGabriel and Solace, thanks great definitions.
ReplyDeleteWelcome especially to Solace Cai, I think you're new here. I enjoy your site. I'll have to drop by and see if you redesigned.
Lucinda, I never should have waken Ambrose. Thanks, as always. Me, too by the way.
Doug - I like your definition, and methinks you may have had me in the back of your mind when you added your footnote to it. :)
ReplyDeleteBTW - I also like how you've dubbed us "friends & editors". Very appropriate.
My DH has been banned from neighborhood auctions. His pocket is easily picked.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Sar and we finally know the truth- Sar is Karl Rove
ReplyDeletedddragon, DH="dear husband?"
You're really too kind - to think little ole (note I refuse to call myself old!) me yielding that kind of brilliance and power. There is the thing about the shoe, but has anyone ever actually seen Karl Rove's shoes?
ReplyDeleteI just assumed he wore red stilettos.
ReplyDeletePerhaps, but the shoe in question is black with a hot pink accent.
ReplyDeleteDamn these ancient eyes of mine. Donald Rumsfeld, then?
ReplyDeleteGABRIEL C. ZOLMAN was really funny! He might add to that the guy who calls horse races.
ReplyDeleteDog Face Girl, I think Alien Guy needs your attention, but thanks for commenting. You're a doll.
ReplyDeleteTom & Icy, if you have a high tolerance for profanity, follow the link on right marked "The arch-? Gabriel." I think you'll like how he does his blog and he's witty and smart and daring and furry like Icy.
darling, you are second to none :P
ReplyDelete:p, yourself, Karma
ReplyDeleteDEAR Mr. Dog!!!!
ReplyDeleteI would absolutely adore to define thingy or any other like you know stuff on your blog!!!!!!
LUV,
PANSI!!!!!
OK, Pansi I'll email you with the details.
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