lawn dart
Originally a popular outdoor game, 'lawn dart' has evolved to have humorous and informal meanings in aviation and slang.
Definition
B1Outdoor Games
(recreational)A large, heavy dart used in outdoor games where players aim to land it within a target area on the ground.
Example
- We played a fun game of lawn darts at the family picnic.
C1Aviation
(humorous, derogatory)A term used to describe certain airplanes known for frequently crashing.
Example
- That old model is often referred to as a lawn dart because of its poor safety record.
C2Slang
(informal, colloquial)A slang term for sexual intercourse, particularly in an outdoor setting.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "lawn dart":