Definitions by Emotional Cruiser
hamster
A suggested renaming for a "wireless mouse," playing on the idea that it scurries around like a hamster, navigating through a digital landscape without a physical connection.
hamster by Emotional Cruiser August 13, 2025
Sewu Dino
Akcually derived from Javanese for "1000 days", this is the title of the Indonesian horror movies that causes nightmare on your child when he akcually wants to watch "Jurassic Park".
My kid was so excited to see dinosaurs. But after watching the Indonesian horror movie "Sewu Dino", he won't sleep alone for weeks!
Sewu Dino by Emotional Cruiser August 13, 2025
fasting
A slang term meaning "abstaining" or "taking a hiatus." Often used to describe a period during which something is temporarily halted or unavailable.
Ever since COVID-19 ended, cinemas have never been fasting from exhibiting the latest movies. This is unlike the ads of Marjan syrup that is only aired every fasting month of Ramadan.
fasting by Emotional Cruiser August 13, 2025
Mending tribe
Derived from the Indonesian slang term "kaum mendang-mending" (the persons with many considerations), this means someone who does this refers to individuals who are highly cautious about spending money. They prefer to weigh their options carefully and often seek cheaper alternatives, believing that expenditures should only occur when absolutely necessary.
Ever since I joined the Mending tribe, I've been skipping pricey cinema tickets and opting for watching movies at home instead."
Mending tribe by Emotional Cruiser August 13, 2025
thread pool
Thread pool is a collection of pre-initialized, idle threads that are ready to execute tasks. In network programming, it optimizes the use of system resources by reusing threads for multiple tasks. Ironically, the name sounds like the title of the movie your parents think is too inappropriate for you to watch.
I tried explaining about thread pool to my friends, but all they could think about was how it sounded like that movie they aren't allowed by their parents to see.
thread pool by Emotional Cruiser August 13, 2025
creteque
Derived from the Indonesian word "kretek", this term refers to a type of Indonesian cigarette made from a blend of tobacco and cloves, often infused with various herbs and spices. Known for their unique flavor and aroma, creteques are a popular choice among smokers in Indonesia.
On a lazy afternoon in Bali, nothing beats relaxing with smoking a creteque and enjoying the sunset.
creteque by Emotional Cruiser August 13, 2025
slam the steering wheel
Derived from the Indonesian idiom "banting setir," this slang term means to change one's profession or career. Often used when someone decides to pivot dramatically in their work life, embracing a new path or direction.
After years in finance, Jake decided to slam the steering wheel and pursue his passion for filmmaking.
slam the steering wheel by Emotional Cruiser August 13, 2025