atom\ splitter

atom\ splitter
Sarcastic description of an unintelligent person, antithetical to the use of the phrases rocket scientist and brain surgeon.
Alternatively, a hangover of magnificent proportions, such that the sufferer feels and behaves like her neurons have fused together.

Do you know Nancy? She's a real atom splitter, ain't she?

I woke up this morning with a real atom splitter.


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