TATRU

Insult or epithet. An acronym for, "Too Arrogant To Read Update." It specifically refers to character, as opposed to incompetence.

Used in reference to a person cannot be bothered to do anything other than make demands of others, without even getting involved at the minimal level -- someone who asks for (or demands) favors but never returns them.

who demands an update on that status of a task without having actually read the latest update that was sent to them.

Depending on inflection and context, its meaning can shift in vociferousness and anger.
* Too Assholic To Read Update
What does that TATRU Craig want now?
by ceolaf2 October 08, 2021
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TOTRU

Expression of sympathy or request for sympathy. An acronym for, "Too Overwhelmed To Read Update."

Used in when apologizing for not having read an email that likely answers the question that one is about to ask. Alternatively, it may be used to help explain why al liked or respected colleague expresses surprising ignorance.

Depending on inflection and context, its meaning can shift slightly in meaning.
* Too Overworked To Read Update

* Too Overscheduled To Read Update
I don't know -- TOTRU.

Michael is just TOTRU, so don't wait for him.
by ceolaf2 October 08, 2021
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