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comedian
What does comedian mean?
Trucker CB slang for the grass median dividing opposing lanes of a highway. Called a comedian because it 'keeps you in stitches' if you end up in it — a grim driver's pun about losing control and crossing over.
"Watch that four-wheeler weaving — one more drift and he's in the comedian."
Origin
American CB radio culture, mid-20th century. The 'in stitches' pun is the standard explanation cited across trucker glossaries.
Frequently asked questions
What does Comedian mean in this slang?
A Comedian is the grass median strip that runs between highway lanes.
How do you use Comedian in a sentence?
"The car spun out and ended up on the comedian."
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