Eschatocentrism

Belief in the intrinsic superiority of the doctrines of last things of the group to which one belongs, often accompanied by feelings of dislike, suspicion, or marginalization of other groups.

A form of religiocentrism, eschatocentrism is the belief that the understanding of Biblical end times is intrinsically superior in the group, denomination, or confession with which one is associated.

by sijambo January 12, 2023

Palinosmia

Medical term for repeating persistent smell. A perception of an odor long after the original source has been removed. (Similar to palinopsia - persistent visual image)

Thanks to COVID-19, I have anosmia, phantosmia, and now palinosmia. If I cook bacon, I smell it all day.

by sijambo February 03, 2021

beauty booger

Small adornment worn on the side of the nose, attractive to some, not so attractive to others.

In today's corporate world, fashionistas prefer a small jeweled or precious metal beauty booger instead of a nose ring.

"Dad, can I have a diamond BB for my birthday? All my friends have them, please please please please?"

by sijambo June 19, 2009

budhead

person constantly tuned out from society due to their ever present earbuds.

"Happy Birthday son, you can blow out the cand...son, son, HEY BOY! Dang it, is he one of these budheads now?"

by sijambo July 31, 2010

diet buggy

The smallest shopping cart found at grocery stores.

"Hey, we're only here for milk, TP, and cat food. Grab a diet buggy."

by sijambo January 28, 2009

Dream grief

Grief over the loss of something that only existed in dreams or fantasy.

Larkin awoke and felt the sudden pangs of dream grief. Not only had her husband left her for his manicurist, but her brownie nut fudge sundae vanished before she could take the first bite.

Greyland made a decent living but true riches eluded him. He watched his wealthy friends with envy, and his contentment in life was waylaid by dream grief.

by sijambo December 02, 2009