Shiny Object Tendency

The tendency to lose focus on the subject/objective due to a "shiny object" (aka distraction) caused by focusing too much attention on something indirectly related to that subject/objective. It could be an uknown word, a confusing analogy, a new cliche phrase you've never heard before (aka "corporate talk"), etc.

While sitting in a business meeting listening intently and taking notes on the subjectmatter at hand, a word is mentioned during the discussion that you don't know the meaning of, and automatically you start focusing on that word trying to figure it out while the discussion continues. Eventually you realize you got distracted, but a shitload of information has already been discussed. Although you're able to recall the topic, all the details have zoomed by and all you can do is hope that no one asks for your opinion regarding those details that you missed. Any attempts to restart your notetaking or get back up to speed are futile since whatever notes you take now are unable to be connected with where you left off due to that "shiny object."

by anghang January 26, 2005

Shiny new penis

A term refering to your new boyfriend and/or fuckbuddy. Does not refer to the female having male genitals.

Alison, I see you have a shiny new penis!

by Alison Bond November 1, 2005

Shiny pussy

The combination of the words "shiny new toy", and "new pussy." A person that is fucked for sport, and to maintain one's sexual prowess...not for emotional support, or a long term relationship.

1) "So, why don't you get shiny pussy to take you to the airport?"
2) "This is Heather...my shiny pussy."
3) "Naw, man...I got rid of my old pussy, and replaced her with some shiny pussy."

by Smiles9000 October 29, 2011

shiny sousaphone

An improved rusty trombone. It is a maneuver similar to a 69, but instead one participant performs a rusty trombone while receiving oral gratification. The name is derived from how one partner is "wrapped" around the other being played like a sousaphone. Preferably one of the performers is standing.

Steve slipped a disk the other day when he received a shiny sousaphone from Shannon the other night.

by napoleon bonerhard November 9, 2012

Shiny Penny Syndrome

When a guy or girl sees a "shiny penny" (a hot guy or girl) & all their attention is focused on them until they see a newer, shinier penny (a new hot guy or girl) & they completely forget about the first penny.

Girl 1: "Josh is so hot. I think I really like him."

*Hot stranger walks by*

Girl 1: "HOLY CRAP HE"S SO GORGEOUS!"

Girl 2: "What about Josh?"

Girl 1: "Huh? Who's Josh??"

Girl 2: "You totally have Shiny Penny Syndrome."

by Carissarayanna April 13, 2011

Shiny Magnezone

When something looks special but is completely worthless

Damn dude, these rocks really are a Shiny Magnezone

by MotionPlays January 12, 2022

Shiny people

People whose lives are perfect of seem perfect from an outsiders perspective.

Person 1: "Why do they always seem so happy?"
Person 2: "They must be shiny people."

by Microwaves January 12, 2021