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knuckle-dragger
What does knuckle-dragger mean?
A snowboarder who carves so hard they can trail a hand along the snow, or, used by skiers, a light-hearted nickname for snowboarders in general. Context decides whether it is praise or a jibe.
"That knuckle-dragger was laying his hand right down in every turn."
Origin
Ski/snowboard slang; both a compliment for deep carvers and a jokey term for snowboarders.
Frequently asked questions
What is a knuckle-dragger?
It's a snowboarder who carves so hard they trail a hand along the snow, or a light-hearted nickname skiers use for snowboarders in general.
Is 'knuckle-dragger' an insult?
It depends on context: it can be a compliment for a deep carver laying hands in the snow, or a playful jibe skiers aim at snowboarders.
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