Newbie question: What's a tank?

[ronstew]

How is "tank" defined? Is that just an xmarks word?

[Bob C]

Yes, it's just an XMarks word. It's our slang for an eight-yard, handsewn, traditional wool tartan kilt.

[ronstew]

Thanks. Any guess as to the origin?

[Bob C]

I believe Jimmy Carbomb said that such a kilt "wears like a tank."

[ozmeath]

It's a bit harsh on the kilt that one. I would call it "comforting". And it great in the wind.

[mddock58]

I believe Jimmy was referring to the protection, the safe feeling (comfort) the overall feel of having that kilt around you.

It's a comparison to more "casual" or contemporary kilts.

[Norbydog]

TANK- T.hat A.rse N.eeds (a) K.ilt

Just kidding

[Freedomlover]

How is "tank" defined? Is that just an xmarks word?

Yes. Just a rather silly term for an 8yd wool kilt.

[eighties]

I kind of like te term myself. I think of it as a:

Traditional All Natural Kilt

-80s