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.
Consiglieri

Movie: The Godfather
Definition: An Italian word for advisor or counselor. Consiglieri’s can be general practitioners, like Tom Hagen, or highly specialized, like Genco, who was the ‘war-time’ consiglieri for Don Vito Corleone. In addition, if you have a friend who’s talented with the ladies, you can formally declare or informally consider [...]

Aug 04, 2010 @ 10:31 am | Have your say »

McClusky

Movie: The Godfather
Definition: Reference to any big, hard-headed tough-guy who tends first to think with his fists or express himself using brawn over brain…usually, but not always, of Irish descent.

Jul 04, 2010 @ 1:25 pm | Have your say »

Leave the gun, take the cannolli

Movie: The Godfather
Definition: No matter how difficult the job you must never forget dessert.
Submitted By: Betsy Chalmers, Framingham, MA

May 18, 2010 @ 10:04 am | Have your say »

Damn FBI Dont Respect Nothin'

Movie: The Godfather
Definition: When the fuzz or any other authority is putting the heat on your event, try this phrase on. It helps if you have a Don on your side.
Submitted By: Jeb Brown of Albuquerque, NM

Mar 26, 2009 @ 12:04 pm | Have your say »

Nice Work Lou

Movie: The Godfather
Definition: A compliment given to the driver of a vehicle usually after some smooth move behind the wheel — such as steering clear of a pothole or something as simple as a well-made turn…a sign of tacit respect to the abilities of a driver.

Feb 04, 2009 @ 1:31 pm | Have your say »

Let me tell you something my Kraut-Mick friend.

Movie: The Godfather
Definition: Reference to someone of German-Irish heritage. Variations exist, however: for example, if you have a friend who is half Swedish & half Italian: You can call him a ‘Swedish Meatball’.

Feb 04, 2009 @ 1:15 pm | Have your say »

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