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Phenomenology

Philosophical method/discipline, typically associated with 20th century Psychology (Husserl) and Existential Philosophy (Heidegger, Sartre, Merleau-Ponty).
One of the aims of Phenomenology is to attempt to describe something (an object, an experience) directly, seperately from its preconceived origins or causal explanations.

Most of our experiences are clouded by preconceptions. By identifying these preconceptions, it was thought that Phenomenology could help us distinguish between what is real and what is appearance.
When we think of 'Time' , we think of clocks, deadlines...etc. However, a child who has not yet formed these preconceptions thinks of 'Time' as an eternal 'now'. The child's perception is phenomenological, it is unclouded by preconceptions.
Phenomenology by st0gey March 26, 2005

phenomenological 

wow dude, that's phenomenological!

Phenomenally Breathtaking 

A preferable alternative to "pretty," or "gorgeous," especially when attempting to sound intelligent. Most commonly used by the unintelligent when describing nature.

Phenomenological 

A made up word for Doctorate students to write easy papers on
For my PHD, I am doing a study on the phenomenological instances of the ignorance of people from Texas
Phenomenological by Vasel October 22, 2009

Phenomenologist

typically, one person who's ability, talent or mastery at one or more creative/skilled activities places them far and above the normal level. most often this creative skill is matched with a personality that shines brightly, but is always humble, kind and quick to give a lesson to the like minded.
i heard jimmy on the drums for the first time and WOW! his chops are so tight and the grooves were slammin'. i could not believe my ears. i asked him how he got so good, sadly he did not have too much time right then, but he invited me to the next band practice for a free quick lesson. what a PHENOMENOLOGIST he is now.
Phenomenologist by thetommy December 10, 2008

phenomenology club 

Extremely based and intellectual group of individuals where sexiness, humor, and stoicism are prioritized above all.
"Hey, is it hot in here or is it just me?"
"No man, phenomenology club just showed up."
phenomenology club by gorkthadog January 26, 2025
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a lad that is such a lad that he is a proper lad
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person2: ya he was a proper lad
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Me: Poggers!
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A vacation, feeling more like an obligation, that involves visiting or staying with family.
So Joe where are you taking the kids for spring break vacation? We are going on an oblication to Boca to visit my mother-in-law.
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