The practice of dropping the right movie quote to perfectly describe a real world scenario has been around for decades. The response for those of us with the biggest library of classic "muzings" at their disposal can range from a nod of respect to outright applause in the right social situation. We've asked some of the best in the business to contribute to The Muzing Dictionary, to create the world's deepest well of classic movie lines, with the definitions of their proper use. Feel free to borrow liberally from this site when needed, and to add any you feel are missing.
What is that…velvet?

Movie: Coming to America
Definition: When a friend steps out donning some dreadful ensemble for the night (that in their eyes really does seem to impress), drop this in a hopeless effort trying to convey it looks good.
Submitted By: Russ Thompson of Philadelphia, PA

Jun 08, 2010 @ 1:53 pm | Have your say »

That’s bee-YOU-tee-ful, what is that, velvet?

Movie: Coming to America
Definition: Appropriate for Christmas morning when the family is gathered around the tree opening gifts. When someone did their best to impress shopping and clearly failed, use this to soften the response after the gift has been opened and met with a less than favorable reaction.
Submitted By: Trace [...]

Feb 02, 2010 @ 2:45 pm | Have your say »

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