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Saturday night special Definition

☆ Saturday night special

noun

Slang any small, cheap, short-barreled handgun that is readily available

Etymology: from their use in weekend crimes

Saturday Night Special Finance Definition
A surprise takeover bid for a company. It draws its name from the fact that the takeover announcement is often made over the weekend. The term is less widely used now.

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