2 definitions by Open Source Fanboy
This term refers to depictions in early Hollywood movies where young boys would stand in place, holding large palm fronds, ceaselessly fanning Cleopatra or a Roman Emperor, etc.
The whole purpose of the fanboy's life was to support the pleasures and comforts of the object of their worship.
Hence, the slur, "fanboy".
The whole purpose of the fanboy's life was to support the pleasures and comforts of the object of their worship.
Hence, the slur, "fanboy".
Fan Boy: "Mr. Jobs, I so love my Mac. Am I fanning you to your fullest satisfaction?"
Steve Jobs: "iHarder. iFaster. Oh yes, Fan Boy! Don't stop!"
Steve Jobs: "iHarder. iFaster. Oh yes, Fan Boy! Don't stop!"
by Open Source Fanboy February 19, 2005
by Open Source Fanboy February 16, 2005