Comshaw
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Comshaw is a noun meaning (naval slang) The practice of pilfering or bartering for surplus items.
Meaning
(naval slang) The practice of pilfering or bartering for surplus items.
More Meanings
- (naval slang) To acquire without officially requisitioning; to pilfer or barter for surplus items.
- (dated) A bribe or gratuity for a service or for arranging a deal; squeeze.
Example Sentences
Mostly by way of "comshaw," a sailor's term for bartering, but it was usually a coffee grounds deal at LBNS.
It is a case of cash down; you have to part there and then, and on the strength of this “comshaw,” or squeeze.
He posed himself delightedly, pulling his sword well round to the front, and then demanded ' comshaw.' A cigarette completely satisfied him.
I'm sure he just wanted some money - some comshaw - the little kids are beggars - money mister, money mister, no momma, no papa, no comshaw.
Word Forms
- comshaws
- comshawing
- comshawed
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include squeeze, sham, chamchagiri, soap, bung, whack.
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