(verb) Attempting to click the mimimize button on your browser to avoid it being seen by someone and accidentally hitting maximize.
by Michael AKA Rosy March 23, 2006
Get the minimax mug.The combination of the words minimum and max minus to mean to put forth the minimum effort to achieve the maximum result.
I tell my students all the time that they need to work smarter, not harder, it’s the principle or minimax!
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A euphamism for stupid, said to parents of school-aged children who are likely to sue if their "special little guy" isn't treated like a genius.
Teacher: "Mrs. Johnson, little Billy is minimally exceptional."
Mrs. Johnson: "Oh, how wonderful to hear!"
Mrs. Johnson: "Oh, how wonderful to hear!"
by EverGreen February 16, 2012
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Klaus invited me to his new minimalist apartment. I presented him with an antique Crown Derby figurine as a house-warming gift. Klaus thanked me and put it in a charity collection bag.
by Paje69 July 10, 2016
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Get the minimap mug.Someone who attempts to understand the nuances of a role-playing system in order to tweak their character to be highly optimized, usually for a single task such as combat.
"Bob is a Minmaxer. The other day i heard him saying:" "Each Agil give +1 attack power, but only while in cat form, so if i get strength gear instead, i can get the bonus while in all forms, but then again i will lose the dodge bonus, but since i wont be tanking this is an acceptable loss and i can squeeze .346 extra dps out of the character....."
by Cyphern June 20, 2006
Get the minmaxer mug.Games played after gorging one's self on food. Perfect for the family get togethers, tailgate parties, or even after a trip to the Golden Corral with friends. Typical games include horse shoes, bean bags, or for the ambitious, darts.
Aunt Bev, that was a great Thanksgiving meal! I'm stuffed! It's time for some games of minimal exertion. Uncle Cletus, let's go throw some horse shoes!
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