(n) A derogatory term for being
bailed out of a tough situation that you otherwise would have
no hope in overcoming on your own.
"Did you see how 'America West' got out of a
speeding ticket because his dad is a cop?"
America West operated in
bankruptcy from 1991 to 1994. As part of its
restructuring, the employee stock became worthless. America West is now part of
US Airways and has at least 7 codeshare agreements with other airlines to stay in business.
