A heavy iron ball attached to a prisoner's leg by a chain as a means of restraint. / (slang) One's wife, as a symbol of restraint. / (figuratively) Anything that restricts one's freedom or opportunities.

(US, slang) An inexpensive, inelegant eatery; a greasy spoon. / (idiomatic) A quick, temporary fix, estimate, or the like.

plural of down-and-outer

Alternative form of quick-and-dirty

(idiomatic) suspenseful, involving alternating roles of attack and defence.

(intransitive) To mutually monitor and challenge each other in an attempt to gain advantage. / (transitive) To toy with (one's victim).

A savory dish made from cooked macaroni and tomato sauce.

(idiomatic) A large number of people; most people.

(slang) Something very special.

(set phrase, often pluralized) A full and complete explanation.