Inoperative; broken. The term is also used to mean fallen over on one's back. This is a 20th century phrase, probably of military origin. There's certainly no mention of it in print prior to WWII.

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In many ways, you yield some authority to the church. They were taught that bold sincerity of purpose and a charitable attitude is what makes a man. If you are willing to wait, then well and good; otherwise, it is best to move on.
I'm dating a 2nd year surgical resident, he has three kids from a previous marriage and I have one. Do you drink alcohol. Look up all the threads of people who are dealing with their true believing spouses -- the guilt, the silence, the bad communication, the hostage-taking. Her experience may or may not be typical, but it is something to consider.