PARACHUTE A successful method for getting the drop on the Earth.

PARAGON The model man a woman regrets she gave up for the one she
mistakenly married.

PARENTS One of the hardships of a minor's life.

PASS A form of transportation issued free to those who are quite
able to pay.

PASSENGER One who does not travel on a pass. (Antonym for
Deadhead). From Eng. pass, to go, and Grk. endidomi, to give up.
One who has to give up to go.

PARROT An individual who can never be held responsible for what he
says.

PASTRY A deadly weapon carried by cafes, cooks and newly married
housekeepers.

PATRIOT One who is willing to take all of Uncle Sam's bonds in a
lump.

PAWN v. t., To keep property in the family by leaving it all with your Uncle.

PAWNBROKER A mercenary man to whom money is the one redeeming
quality.

PEACE A mythical condition of tranquillity frequently reported