An unseen operation to remove any joy or life that is secretly performed on people, often as they reach middle age, leaving them with a facial appearance of someone who is incapable of any joy, fun or interest in life.
Look at that couple at the restaurant table - they haven't spoken and look so miserable - they must have both had a joybotomy.
by Heardabouttheword July 21, 2019
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