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rubber hose

idiom
Meaning

A classic animated cartoon style which was first introduced in the early 20th century.


Origin

disputed origin

From rubber + hose.

Examples
SIMPLE

The old cartoon uses the rubber hose style for its characters.

CONTEXTUAL

Many modern video games now use a rubber hose animation style to mimic the look of early twentieth-century films.

COMPLEX

The artist carefully studied vintage animation techniques to replicate the distinct, fluid movements characteristic of the rubber hose style in her latest short film.

Anchors to
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  1. 01

    burn rubber

    To accelerate so rapidly from standstill that it leaves a mark of burnt rubber on the road from the tire.

  2. 02

    fire hose

    Any fast, heavy stream (e.g. of information).

  3. 03

    hose down

    To calm down a person, or a situation.

  4. 04

    rubber johnny

    A condom.

  5. 05

    rubber room

    A cell lined with cushions used for confinement of a mentally disturbed person.

  6. 06

    the rubber meets the road

    A place or circumstance at which the implementation of a plan or intent is to be achieved.

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