Zach Schiffman's definitions

awkward

Interjection used in a situation that is slightly uncomfortable, often accompanied by a gesture where the lower arm is thrust out perpendicular to the ground with the hand open and fingers together with thumb on top.

(Had to correct Otis's because it is PERPENDICULAR not parallel!)

(long pause)...awkward...

by Zach Schiffman March 15, 2005