General
kojak with a kodak
What does kojak with a kodak mean?
An officer running a radar gun. 'Kojak' from the bald-headed TV detective (the cop part), 'Kodak' because pointing the gun looks like taking a picture. One of the most beloved bits of CB poetry.
"Kojak with a Kodak parked behind the billboard at mile 47."
Origin
1970s American CB-radio trucker slang. References the TV series Kojak (1973-78) starring Telly Savalas, plus Kodak as shorthand for any camera.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'Kojak with a Kodak' mean?
'Kojak with a Kodak' is CB slang for a cop holding a radar gun like a camera.
How do you use 'Kojak with a Kodak' in a sentence?
For example: "Watch your speed, there's a Kojak with a Kodak up ahead."
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