Since the MDGs were drawn up in 2000, the world's population has expanded from 6.0 to 6.8 billion, 95% in poorer countries. By 2050, the total is likely to be more than nine billion, according to UN estimates.
big lick. English. Etymology. A play on words from big slick (another poker hand) and 69 (an oral sex practice). Noun. big lick (plural big licks) (slang, poker) A Texas hold 'em starting hand involving both a 6 and a 9 of any suit. Nick bluffed him out of that pot with big lick.
Also called acral lick dermatitis, this is a frustrating skin condition caused by compulsive, relentless licking of a single area -- most often on the front of the lower leg. The area is unable to heal, and the resulting pain and itching can lead the dog to keep licking the same spot.