ugly stick
The term "ugly stick" has dual meanings, referring to a musical instrument in Canadian folk music and a humorous slang expression about unattractiveness.
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Definition
B2Canadian Folk Music
(traditional, regional)A homemade musical instrument made from a stick with attached noise-making objects like bottle caps and bells, played by striking it with a drumstick and hitting the handle against the floor.
Example
- During the festival, the band played a lively tune using an ugly stick.
- The unique sound of the ugly stick added a rustic charm to the performance.
B2Humorous Slang
(informal, humorous)A fictional object used to jokingly explain why someone is perceived as unattractive.
Example
- He joked that he must have been hit by the ugly stick when he was born.
- She laughed off the comment about being beaten with the ugly stick.
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