Definitions by Triggyv1
Spaffing
The act of spraying hydraulic oil under pressure from a split hydraulic hose on industrial machinery. Less dramatic than a full Spaff, but considerably messier for whoever is standing nearby.
Spaff
A catastrophic hydraulic oil leak caused by a burst hose on a Combilift or side loader forklift. Usually results in 40 litres of hydraulic oil instantly covering the warehouse floor while everyone nearby suddenly becomes an engineer.