Verboticism: Crankypanky
DEFINITION: v., To counsel patience and caution when it comes to romantic endeavors. n., An unexpected or unwanted chaperon who has a special knack for "putting ice on it" when people get the "hots".
Crankypanky
Created by: Nosila
Pronunciation: krankee pankee
Sentence: At the first hint of a randy embrace, Assault Peter, the fully-trained crankypanky hound, formed a snarling canine wedge between Paula and Simon.
Etymology: cranky (annoyed) & hanky panky (intention to take advantage)
Points: 497
Comments: Crankypanky
Dougalistic - 2008-02-13: 04:42:00
I actually laughed out loud at this verboticism!!! Very good!!
silveryaspen - 2008-02-13: 12:58:00
Simply rhymes are great any times!
OZZIEBOB - 2008-02-13: 16:55:00
Would be better if Assault Peter were trained to chase rabbits in the Cranky-hutch! Nice word.
Tigger - 2008-02-14: 00:44:00
I love the 'American Idol' theme of your sentence — very apropos.