sandbag

n : a bag filled with sand; used as a weapon or to build walls

or as ballast

v 1: treat harshly or unfairly

2: hit something or somebody as if with a sandbag [syn: {stun}]

3: protect or strengthen with sandbags; stop up; "The residents

sandbagged the beach front"

sandbox

1. Common term for the R&D department at many software and

computer companies (where hackers in commercial environments

are likely to be found). Half-derisive, but reflects the

truth that research is a form of creative play. Compare

{playpen}. (In the UK this would be "sandpit").

2. Synonym {link farm}.

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