Turtle Old Man,

I've just tried reaching my dad by phone to ask him your question. He wasn't home. I am sure he will be later, though, and I will ask. He and his father were cowboys and quite eloquent..his language is still salty and peppered with colourful phrases.

Also, while it is not a formal site, we had a wonderful thread a few years ago, Colloquiallisms- Post 'em and Define 'em! in which you might be interested. If I remember correctly, there were some links included on some postings.

Thanks,

kat