MKDB's definitions

Nomunication

A portmanteau of "Communication" and the Japanese word "Nomu," to drink, the term refers to the ability of alcohol to transcend cultural barriers in facilitating discourse and making babies.

"The business meeting was slow and difficult, and we just weren't seeing eye to eye. Everything changed about midway through dinner though - that's the power of nomunication!"

"Nomunication brought us together. Sobriety tore us apart."

by MKDB September 10, 2013

Excusememasen

A hybrid of 'Excuse Me' and the Japanese word 'Sumimasen,' which means 'Pardon Me,' it is a term used by wannabe Japanese-English bilinguals who have done something stupid, want to only marginally ask for forgiveness, and rejoice in thinking they sound witty.

An American exiting a crowded train in Tokyo: "Excusememasen!"
Japanese collective spirit: "..sigh.."

Clifton: "Ah, did I spill my beer on you? Excusememasen!"
Rika: "ha.. vely funny..and yes you did.."

by MKDB September 10, 2013