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[x-double minus] {adj.}, {slang}, {informal}

Extremely poorly done, bad, inferior (said mostly about theatrical or musical performances).

/Patsy gave an x-double minus performance at the audition and lost her chance for the lead role./

[X marks the spot] An indication made on maps or documents of importance to call attention to a place or a feature of some importance.

/The treasure hunter said to his companion, "Here it is; X marks the spot."/

[x-rated] {adj.}, {slang}, {informal} Pertaining to movies, magazines, and literature judged pornographic and therefore off limits for minors.

/My son celebrated his 21st birthday by going to an x-rated movie./

[x-raying machine] {n.}, {slang}, {citizen's band radio jargon} Speed detection device by radar used by the police.

/The smokies are using the x-raying machine under the bridge!/