maker



meet (one's) maker

To die. Please stop speeding, I don't want to meet my maker today!
See also: maker, meet

money maker

1. Something that is financially profitable Our company is in a great position these days—our latest software release has been a huge money maker. I can't believe that simple product has been such a big money maker.
2. slang One's buttocks. Often used in the phrase "shake your money maker." I love to go dancing and shake my money maker! Time to hit the gym and tone the money maker!
See also: maker, money

the pope's mustard maker

A pompous person, especially one in an insignificant job or role. In the 14th century, Pope John XXII had a personal "moutardier" (mustard-maker), to ensure that his food was properly seasoned. All she does is copy files all day, but she acts like she's the pope's mustard maker. I practically have to beg for a chance to use the copier!
See also: maker, mustard

gone to meet one's maker

Euph. died. Poor old Bob has gone to meet his maker. After a long illness, Reggie went to meet his maker.
See also: gone, maker, meet

meet your maker

  (humorous)
to die I'm afraid Zoe's rabbit is no more. He's gone to meet his maker.
See also: maker, meet

widow-maker

n. a dangerous horse; anything dangerous: a gun, strong alcohol, etc. I call this stuff widow-maker. It’s really strong.

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Barker['ba:kə]
Bjartr-Ancient Scandinavian
KennardKEN-ərdEnglish
Finn (2)FIN (Danish)Danish, Norwegian, Swedish
Carina (1)kə-REEN-ə (English), kah-REE-nah (German)English, Portuguese, Spanish, German, Late Roman
Candelariokahn-de-LAH-ryoSpanish