Improper is an adjective; it refers to conduct which is not in accordance with accepted standards, especially of morality or honesty. It can also mean behaviour lacking in modesty and decency.
A maths-based joke that refers to working towards, but not completely achieving, getting a root. It is essentially a failed attempt to tune or woo a female.
1. "Nah look... I didn't actually root her. It was more of an improper root."
Dave: Do you see that couple over there? She's enormous and he's thin as a rail.
Bob: Yeah, I always feel bad for guys in an improper fraction.
By Loraine
Improper Benefits Bowl
College football game played on Sep. 17, 2011 between THE Ohio State Buckeyes and the Miami Hurricanes (also a rematch of the 2002 National Championship game). Noteworthy because both programs are currently under serious NCAA investigation for receiving several "improper benefits" such as cash and discount tattoos in exchange for team memorabilia (OSU), and yacht cruises and sex parties (UM), all widely covered in the mainstream media.