71 definitions by SalvyZ
"The Portuguese Goodbye" refers to a parting of ways that unfolds slowly over tens of minutes, typically involving different people taking turns reviving and extending a conversation that appears to all non-Portuguese participants as having already reached its natural conclusion.
"I learned about the Portuguese Goodbye by watching my in-laws take 30 to 45 minutes to say goodbye to one another at conclusion of Sunday dinners."
by SalvyZ August 11, 2022
Polyjamory refers to a deep and encompassing love for all forms of music. Derived from the combination of "poly-" meaning "many" or "multiple," and "jam," referring to musical performances, polyjamory signifies a broad appreciation and affection for diverse musical genres, styles, and expressions.
Sarah's polyjamory was evident as she effortlessly transitioned from listening to classical symphonies in the morning to headbanging to heavy metal tunes in the evening, showcasing her love for all forms of music.
by SalvyZ June 24, 2023
Social media posts that emphasize the physical beauty of New England coastal communities in order to stimulate a compulsive interest in their audience.
“All those beach, coastline, and sunset photos of Rockport, Massachusetts on Facebook are really just Rockporn.”
by SalvyZ July 4, 2019
a modern spiritual and ascetic discipline practiced by business professionals, major aspects of which include shallow breathing, anxious rumination, feelings of chronic urgency, and the unconscious adoption of bodily postures that undermine physical health and thwart the ability to relax.
“Everyone in this office is a goddamn goga master, racing anxiously from one mindless task to the next as if their goddamn lives depended on it, all the while sitting and standing in harmful body positions it’s gonna take an army of chiropractors to undo.”
by SalvyZ May 15, 2019
"I've got a serious case of histigue due to the relentless talk about how historical our downtown area is."
by SalvyZ October 30, 2023
A term used to describe a person who believes in and advocates for an egalitarian approach to language use. They view language primarily as a means of expressing meaning and facilitating communication, rather than as a status symbol or a tool for exclusion. A Grammar Commie stresses the importance of comprehensibility over stringent adherence to traditional grammar rules, and supports the validity of diverse linguistic styles and dialects, thus breaking the barriers of linguistic elitism and fostering inclusivity.
"Even though Jenny could correct every misplaced comma or misspelled word, as a Grammar Commie, she chose instead to focus on understanding the message the writer intended to convey, promoting a more inclusive and egalitarian approach to communication."
by SalvyZ July 25, 2023
by SalvyZ July 7, 2019