wrist

(quick) one off the wrist

vulgar slang Of a male, an instance of masturbation. Sarah's too hot to ever go out with you. Your Friday night plans are going to be a quick one off the wrist!

limp-wristed

1. Weak; lacking force or conviction. Potentially offensive due to Definition 2. Many have criticized the president's limp-wristed response to the attack, calling for him to authorize a full-fledged military strike.

2. offensive Weak and effeminate; lacking qualities typically associated with masculinity. Used in a derogatory way to imply that a man is homosexual. He was at first dismissed out of hand by many as just a limp-wristed fop, but he proved himself to be one of the toughest litigators in the country.

slap (one) on the wrist

To issue one with a very mild, inconsequential punishment or warning. The CEO ripped off millions of people, and instead of throwing him in jail where he belongs, they're just slapping him on the wrist. Of course the country is going to keep developing nuclear weapons if all we do is slap them on the wrist for it.

See also: on, slap, wrist

slap (one's) wrist

To issue one with a very mild, inconsequential punishment or warning. The CEO ripped off millions of people, and they're just slapping his wrist instead of throwing him in jail where he belongs. Of course the country going to keep developing nuclear weapons if all we do is slap their wrists for it.

slap on the wrist

A mild punishment or warning. Bill hasn't been late to school that many times, so just give him a slap on the wrist for his tardiness. Most people are outraged that the corporation only received a slap on the wrist after breaking so many regulations.

See also: on, slap, wrist

Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

*slap on the wrist

1. Lit. a hit on the wrist as a mild punishment for putting one's hands where they shouldn't be or taking something. (*Typically: get ~; give someone ~.) When Billy tried to grab another cookie, he got a slap on the wrist.

2. Fig. to get a light punishment (for doing something wrong). (*Typically: get ~; give some-one ~.) He created quite a disturbance, but he only got a slap on the wrist from the judge. I thought I'd get a slap on the wrist for speeding, but I got fined $500.

See also: on, slap, wrist

slap someone on the wrist

and slap someone's wrist

1. Lit. to strike someone's wrist with the open hand, as a punishment. Aunt Maude slapped Tony on the wrist when he grabbed a couple of her freshly baked cookies. Tony was slapped on the wrist when he tried to swipe some cookies.

2. Fig. to administer only the mildest of punishments to someone. The judge did nothing but slap the mugger on the wrist.

See also: on, slap, wrist

McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.

slap on the wrist

A mild reproof, as in We were fined heavily, and all she got from the judge was a slap on the wrist. [Early 1900s]

See also: on, slap, wrist

The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.

a slap on the wrist

A slap on the wrist is a small punishment or occasion when someone is told they have done something wrong. She was given a small fine — a slap on the wrist really. But other than a few slaps on the wrist, the General went unpunished.

See also: on, slap, wrist

Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed.

slap on the wrist

a mild reprimand or punishment.

1997 New Scientist Last week, in a Washington district court, [a judge] ordered software giant Microsoft to stop forcing PC-makers to install both Windows 95 and its Web browser, Internet Explorer. So far, though, it is just a slap on the wrist.

See also: on, slap, wrist

Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

a slap on the ˈwrist

(informal) a small punishment or warning: I got a slap on the wrist from my secretary today for leaving the office so untidy.

See also: on, slap, wrist

Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

kick in the wrist

n. a drink of liquor. You want another kick in the wrist?

slap someone’s wrist

and slap someone on the wrist

tv. to administer a minor reprimand. The courts only slap them on the wrist and send them back out on the streets.

slap someone on the wrist

verb

See slap someone’s wrist

slap on the wrist

A nominal or token punishment.

See also: on, slap, wrist

American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.

See also:

(quick) one off the wrist
(one) is (just) too much
too much
You're too much!
know (someone or something) by name
know by name
straight off the bat
right off
right off the bat
off the bat

References in periodicals archive

Progressive debilitation, however, is noted as it has a negative impact on wrist biomechanics.

Osseous tuberculosis mimicking Kienbock's disease of the wrist

Differently-abled students also tied rakhi on the wrist of Prime Minister.

Women, school students tie rakhi on PM Modi's wrist

Most amateur golfers' technique in the above mentioned style of bump 'n run is to swing their arms back, keep the wrists stiff, then proceed to swing their arms to impact.

Pointers on how to hit high/soft chip or pitch

Another netizen poked fun at Momoa wearing a scrunchie as the most relatable thing ever, saying 'Jason Momoa having a scrunchie on his wrist during a formal/professional event is the most I've ever related to a celebrity.'

Jason Momoa's scrunchie catches attention in Oscars 2019 red carpet

Conservative treatment includes the use of a wrist splint that will prevent bending of the wrist at night during sleep.

Keyboard hands

The pop star had 10 stitches in her face and received treatment for a fractured wrist after the nasty accident last month.

Louise Redknapp reveals chin wound has healed and she's ditched wrist cast after fall; Pop star Louise Redknapp is on the mend after her horror fall three weeks ago

Restaurant workers miss about a month from work from a variety of injuries, on average, but for coffee shop workers, wrist injuries are the biggest danger.

'Barista Wrist' Among Restaurant Industry's Highest Lost Time Injuries

Restaurant workers miss about a month from work from a variety of injuries, on average, but for coffee shop workers wrist injuries are the biggest danger - in particular, Barista Wrist, which can keep workers sidelined for more than a year.

'Barista Wrist' Sidelines Coffee Shop Workers Longer Than Other Injuries: AmTrust

5G devices will need to become wearable in a more practical, comfortable way, says Partheban, whose WITgrip solution covers methods of wearing devices like smartphones, of any size and from any manufacturer, on the inside of the wrist. But so far, manufacturers have overlooked the need for a suitable interface that connects users with the new opportunities that 5G offers.

BETTER INTERFACE NEEDED FOR 5G MOBILE DEVICES

A 12-year-old girl presented to my office (JH) with bilateral wrist pain.

THE PATIENT: 12-year-old girl: SIGNS & SYMPTONS: Bilateral wrist pain: Limited range of motion: Tenderness to palpation

The ball-catching position at the top will ensure you complete your backswing with full wrist hinge, leaving your left wrist flat.

In-swing moves crucial to solid, powerful ball-striking

The wrist is the most commonly involved joint from early in the disease course and shows the most severe progression of all joints in patients with RA [1].

Wrist Arthrodesis in Rheumatoid Arthritis Using an LCP Metaphyseal Locking Plate versus an AO Wrist Fusion Plate

While the shoulder and hip are the most commonly affected sites, ACT is an uncommon inflammatory disorder of the hand and wrist [1].

Unusual Etiology of Acute Wrist Pain: Acute Calcific Tendonitis of the Flexor Carpi Ulnaris Mimicking an Infection

A court heard the toddler suffered a "significantly deep" wound to his wrist and has been left scarred and suffering night terrors.

Mother cut her toddler's wrists during attempt to kill herself

Background: The injury of the triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) is a common cause of ulnar-sided wrist pain.

High-resolution 3T Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex in Chinese Wrists: Correlation with Cross-sectional Anatomy

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释义	wrist (quick) one off the wrist vulgar slang Of a male, an instance of masturbation. Sarah's too hot to ever go out with you. Your Friday night plans are going to be a quick one off the wrist! See also: off, one, wrist limp-wristed 1. Weak; lacking force or conviction. Potentially offensive due to Definition 2. Many have criticized the president's limp-wristed response to the attack, calling for him to authorize a full-fledged military strike. 2. offensive Weak and effeminate; lacking qualities typically associated with masculinity. Used in a derogatory way to imply that a man is homosexual. He was at first dismissed out of hand by many as just a limp-wristed fop, but he proved himself to be one of the toughest litigators in the country. slap (one) on the wrist To issue one with a very mild, inconsequential punishment or warning. The CEO ripped off millions of people, and instead of throwing him in jail where he belongs, they're just slapping him on the wrist. Of course the country is going to keep developing nuclear weapons if all we do is slap them on the wrist for it. See also: on, slap, wrist slap (one's) wrist To issue one with a very mild, inconsequential punishment or warning. The CEO ripped off millions of people, and they're just slapping his wrist instead of throwing him in jail where he belongs. Of course the country going to keep developing nuclear weapons if all we do is slap their wrists for it. See also: slap, wrist slap on the wrist A mild punishment or warning. Bill hasn't been late to school that many times, so just give him a slap on the wrist for his tardiness. Most people are outraged that the corporation only received a slap on the wrist after breaking so many regulations. See also: on, slap, wrist Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. slap on the wrist 1. Lit.* a hit on the wrist as a mild punishment for putting one's hands where they shouldn't be or taking something. (Typically: get ~; give someone ~.) When Billy tried to grab another cookie, he got a slap on the wrist. 2. Fig.* to get a light punishment (for doing something wrong). (Typically: get ~; give* some-one ~.) He created quite a disturbance, but he only got a slap on the wrist from the judge. I thought I'd get a slap on the wrist for speeding, but I got fined $500. See also: on, slap, wrist slap someone on the wrist and slap someone's wrist 1. Lit. to strike someone's wrist with the open hand, as a punishment. Aunt Maude slapped Tony on the wrist when he grabbed a couple of her freshly baked cookies. Tony was slapped on the wrist when he tried to swipe some cookies. 2. Fig. to administer only the mildest of punishments to someone. The judge did nothing but slap the mugger on the wrist. See also: on, slap, wrist McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs. slap on the wrist A mild reproof, as in We were fined heavily, and all she got from the judge was a slap on the wrist. [Early 1900s] See also: on, slap, wrist The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer. a slap on the wrist A slap on the wrist is a small punishment or occasion when someone is told they have done something wrong. She was given a small fine — a slap on the wrist really. But other than a few slaps on the wrist, the General went unpunished. See also: on, slap, wrist Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed. slap on the wrist a mild reprimand or punishment. 1997 New Scientist Last week, in a Washington district court, [a judge] ordered software giant Microsoft to stop forcing PC-makers to install both Windows 95 and its Web browser, Internet Explorer. So far, though, it is just a slap on the wrist. See also: on, slap, wrist Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary a slap on the ˈwrist (informal) a small punishment or warning: I got a slap on the wrist from my secretary today for leaving the office so untidy. See also: on, slap, wrist Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary kick in the wrist n. a drink of liquor. You want another kick in the wrist? See also: kick, wrist slap someone’s wrist and slap someone on the wrist tv. to administer a minor reprimand. The courts only slap them on the wrist and send them back out on the streets. See also: slap, wrist slap someone on the wrist verb See slap someone’s wrist See also: on, slap, someone, wrist McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions slap on the wrist A nominal or token punishment. See also: on, slap, wrist American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. See also: (quick) one off the wrist (one) is (just) too much too much You're too much! know (someone or something) by name know by name straight off the bat right off right off the bat off the bat References in periodicals archive Progressive debilitation, however, is noted as it has a negative impact on wrist biomechanics. Osseous tuberculosis mimicking Kienbock's disease of the wrist Differently-abled students also tied rakhi on the wrist of Prime Minister. Women, school students tie rakhi on PM Modi's wrist Most amateur golfers' technique in the above mentioned style of bump 'n run is to swing their arms back, keep the wrists stiff, then proceed to swing their arms to impact. Pointers on how to hit high/soft chip or pitch Another netizen poked fun at Momoa wearing a scrunchie as the most relatable thing ever, saying 'Jason Momoa having a scrunchie on his wrist during a formal/professional event is the most I've ever related to a celebrity.' Jason Momoa's scrunchie catches attention in Oscars 2019 red carpet Conservative treatment includes the use of a wrist splint that will prevent bending of the wrist at night during sleep. Keyboard hands The pop star had 10 stitches in her face and received treatment for a fractured wrist after the nasty accident last month. Louise Redknapp reveals chin wound has healed and she's ditched wrist cast after fall; Pop star Louise Redknapp is on the mend after her horror fall three weeks ago Restaurant workers miss about a month from work from a variety of injuries, on average, but for coffee shop workers, wrist injuries are the biggest danger. 'Barista Wrist' Among Restaurant Industry's Highest Lost Time Injuries Restaurant workers miss about a month from work from a variety of injuries, on average, but for coffee shop workers wrist injuries are the biggest danger - in particular, Barista Wrist, which can keep workers sidelined for more than a year. 'Barista Wrist' Sidelines Coffee Shop Workers Longer Than Other Injuries: AmTrust 5G devices will need to become wearable in a more practical, comfortable way, says Partheban, whose WITgrip solution covers methods of wearing devices like smartphones, of any size and from any manufacturer, on the inside of the wrist. But so far, manufacturers have overlooked the need for a suitable interface that connects users with the new opportunities that 5G offers. BETTER INTERFACE NEEDED FOR 5G MOBILE DEVICES A 12-year-old girl presented to my office (JH) with bilateral wrist pain. THE PATIENT: 12-year-old girl: SIGNS & SYMPTONS: Bilateral wrist pain: Limited range of motion: Tenderness to palpation The ball-catching position at the top will ensure you complete your backswing with full wrist hinge, leaving your left wrist flat. In-swing moves crucial to solid, powerful ball-striking The wrist is the most commonly involved joint from early in the disease course and shows the most severe progression of all joints in patients with RA [1]. Wrist Arthrodesis in Rheumatoid Arthritis Using an LCP Metaphyseal Locking Plate versus an AO Wrist Fusion Plate While the shoulder and hip are the most commonly affected sites, ACT is an uncommon inflammatory disorder of the hand and wrist [1]. Unusual Etiology of Acute Wrist Pain: Acute Calcific Tendonitis of the Flexor Carpi Ulnaris Mimicking an Infection A court heard the toddler suffered a "significantly deep" wound to his wrist and has been left scarred and suffering night terrors. Mother cut her toddler's wrists during attempt to kill herself Background: The injury of the triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) is a common cause of ulnar-sided wrist pain. High-resolution 3T Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex in Chinese Wrists: Correlation with Cross-sectional Anatomy
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