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visit from the stork

Language; Slang

The birth of a baby. * The last visit from the stork was in March. * We are expecting a visit from the stork next June.

visiting fireman

Language; Slang

Someone paying a visit to observe one’s workplace. * We have a couple of visiting firemen coming today. * Be sure to have these plans out when the visiting firemen come by.

vital statistics

Language; Slang

The measurements of a person’s body. * Her vital statistics must require higher math to work out! * Here are his vital statistics for those who are interested.

vivor

Language; Slang

A survivor; a street person who manages to survive. (Streets. Compare this with vic.) * Harry’s a vivor, and I like him. * She’s no champ, but she’s a vivor.