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Plagiarism

Plagiarism is the "wrongful appropriation" and "stealing and publication" of another author's "language, thoughts, ideas, or expressions" and the representation of them as one's own original work.

Plagiarism is considered academic dishonesty and a breach of journalistic ethics. It is subject to sanctions like penalties, suspension, and even expulsion. Recently, cases of 'extreme plagiarism' have been identified in academia. The modern concept of plagiarism as immoral and originality as an ideal emerged in Europe in the 18th century, particularly with the Romantic movement.

Plagiarism is not in itself a crime, but can constitute copyright infringement. In academia and industry, it is a serious ethical offense. Plagiarism and copyright infringement overlap to a considerable extent, but they are not equivalent concepts, and many types of plagiarism do not constitute copyright infringement, which is defined by copyright law and may be adjudicated by courts. Plagiarism is not defined or punished by law, but rather by institutions (including professional associations, educational institutions, and commercial entities, such as publishing companies).
This definition is my own original work, and NOT plagiarism. The fact that it coincides with Wikipedia is merely a coincidence.
by Parzival1919 May 9, 2017
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Ebonic Plague

The spread of ebonics into the English language causeing a general decline in society.
Damn this ebonic plague, I can't find a decent employee anywhere.
by julius12345678 December 9, 2008
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las plagas

means 'the plagues' in spanish.
parasitic organisms used in the game resident evil 4.
they were discovered first by a religious cult in europe referred to as 'los illuminados'.
symptoms of the parasite include:
- coughing up blood
- convulsions
- sudden unconsciousness
- hallucinations and nightmares
- blood vessels swelling and becoming visible throughout the skin

victims of this parasite are known as 'los ganados' in the game.
leon and ashley were infected by las plagas.

flash grenades weaken las plagas.
by saranimal. May 24, 2008
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plagal

To take someone by surprise; if something is a surprise to you. Also a musical cadence, in which the last chord is one which is not expected.
"Hey Matthew, what type of cadence is that?"

"Plagal, John!"
by swanny5000 January 21, 2008
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Peruna Plague

The disease that you will get at SMU during the first month of a semester. Some believe the disease comes from people taking pictures with the school mascot, Peruna.
John has the Peruna Plague so he won't be able to go out tonight.
by Wumbosaurous May 5, 2020
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Saturday night plague

A post-1980's discotheque.
Jack: Hey Mark, wanna go to the disco?

Mark: Dude, Jack, it's freaking 2007. That place's a Saturday night plague and has been for at least 17 years.
by Mr. Pie July 23, 2007
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Plagged

Being super drunk or fucked up to the point of passing out.
That girl was so plagged last night, she got furniture stacked on her.

He plagged out as soon as we got home
by plagger1110 July 19, 2014
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