R is for….Recessionista

Recrap verb [ree krap] To sum up a discussion composed largely of useless bullshit.

Refridgerator Blindness noun [ri-frij-uh-rey-ter blahynd-nis] Selective loss of visual acuity in association with common foraging of the refrigerator. Predominantly seen in children and males.

Recessionitis noun [ri-sesh-uhn-y-tis] The new disease. Much like chronic bronchitis that can take months, even years to go away. The new excuse to not do anything. This is the act of excluding yourself from social activities because you simply just can’t afford it.

Recessionista

Recessionista noun [ri-sesh-uhn-is-tah] A person who is able to remain stylish during times of economic hardship. A recessionista can shop on a limited budget and still manage to be up to date on the most current fashions. A recessionista does not let a bad economy, inflation, or a strong recession damage his or her wardrobe and opts to search for sales and shop at thrifty discount stores instead.

Remote Dance verb [ree-mote dahns] The movements you make with your hand when trying to get your tv to recognize your remote control. All remote dances are different, but most involve twisting your hand around until the remote is almost upside down, thinking that for some reason that will help.

Retail Therapy noun [ree-teyl ther-uh-pee] The act of shopping as an outlet for frustration and a reliever of stress.

Retail Rape noun [ree-teyl reyp] The act of being coerced by salespersons into purchasing something that one does not actually want, or can not afford; generally occurs in high-end department stores.

Retro Slang noun [ret-roh slang] Outdated slang that has come back into use. Antonym of subslang. Also called retslang.

Robbing the Cradle idiom [rob-ing the kreyd-l] Having relations with a person who is significantly younger than you.

Rock Diet noun [dahy-it] Where a substantial amount of weight is lost due to the appetite being suppressed when smoking rock (methamphetamine).

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