Gizborne's definitions

Sustainable Decadence

Decadence that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs to be decadent.

A spring fed solar powered infinity pool is a good example of sustainable decadence.

by Gizborne August 3, 2007

Textagram

Two or more words that are spelt out using the same series of keys in a text message.

Guy is a textagram of Ivy. Anna is a textagram of Bomb.

by Gizborne January 11, 2008

Oddfather

An informal Godfather where religion is not involved.

Guy is Jake's Oddfather. Jake's Oddfather buys him presents and is always there to keep an eye on him and step in if he needs help.

by Gizborne August 3, 2007

AQUANIMITY

A euphoric mental state enjoyed after the shock and joy of cold water swimming with friends.

In a state of AQUANIMITY the ladies toasted the pond!
The lido re-opened and we regained our AQUANIMITY.

by Gizborne October 24, 2020