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Modernisation

The process of deconstructing practices, techniques and standards of the past and replacing them with modern methodology particularly concerning cost efficiency, increase in profit margins often with the result of declining customer service.
Elderly man - "We used to be served tea and biscuits when we travelled by rail in our own compartments."

Young man - "That's so old fashioned, the railways have gone through a period of modernisation under the government recently. They've got rid of the expensive complimentary tea and biscuits and shove us into cattle trucks now. That's much more modern.'
Modernisation by Chairfax August 2, 2008
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modernization 

a word academics use to confuse people and distinguish their knowledge
Academic: "The modernization of society"
Person: "Oh yeah like the rise of tech and stuff"
Academic: "No you imbecile, modernization of society"
modernization by kjhbkhbkjbnkjbkbkb September 20, 2022

Residential Modernization

Residential modernization refers to the process of upgrading or renovating residential properties to enhance their functionality, efficiency, aesthetics, and overall value. It involves making improvements and incorporating modern features and technologies into existing homes. Residential modernization projects can range from minor upgrades to extensive renovations, depending on the goals and budget of the owner. Residential modernization can encompass a wide range of rehabilitations, renovations and upgrades, including structural improvements, energy efficiency upgrades, smart home integration, kitchen and bathroom upgrades, aesthetic enhancements, accessibility improvements and interior/exterior improvements to bring the residence into the future.
My townhouse is undergoing a residential modernization.
A small piece of information. Derived from the word ken, used often in the scottish language and is synonymous with knowledge.
Person 1: "Hey I don't get this shit. How do you solve this problem?"
Person 2: "I got that one. Give me some kenlets on this assignment and I'll help you w/ that one."
kenlet by Norma Y. October 8, 2005
Word of the Day on July 13, 2026

I mean I guess bro

a word of expression to when you give up on comprehending someone's words of ignorance, stupidity, absurdity or are too exhausted to formulate a proper response.

Commonly seen in TikTok comment sections in replies to lazy attempts at humor, overconfidentally incorrect statement, or an over-the-top comment or when someone completely misses the mark on something.
"actually... incorrect statement, hope this helps!"
"I mean I guess bro"
Word of the Day on July 12, 2026

abandonware 

n. software that is no longer sold or supported by the original publisher / developer, often found as free downloads on the internet because it cannot be obtained elsewhere. Not legal, but often seen as morally acceptable because the company that made it is no longer selling the title, nor releasing it as freeware, therefore abandonware is "keeping the game alive", so to speak.
Doom II is not abandonware because id still sells it, while The Incredible Machine is not sold, therefore is abandonware.
abandonware by Spoom October 24, 2003
Word of the Day on July 11, 2026

Foot prisons 

Socks. Annoying, sweat-causing, non-barefoot enducing, everyday socks.
The first thing I do when I take off my shoes, is rip off the foot prisons I had to wear inside them. That's why I prefer flip flops, even in winter!
Foot prisons by Jackalope Hunter December 13, 2022
Word of the Day on July 10, 2026