Definitions by Etymologos

Degradition

The act of forcibly throwing someone down a flight of stairs. Modeled after “defenestration,” but referring specifically to removal via steps rather than a window. Used humorously or mock-formally to describe a sudden, decisive, and stair-assisted ejection.

“After the third warning, the meeting ended in swift degradition.”

“Legend says the duke’s degradition marked the end of his short reign.”

Degradition by Etymologos March 1, 2026