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To acquire something immediately but pay for it later. Most often used when buying drugs but quite valid for any kind of purchase. There are thee possible origins of the term: * The vendor keeps a list of who owes what, and "ticks" them off the list on payment * The vendor has to wait, the clock is ticking * The customer is a filthy parasite, like a tick on a dogs back.
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