The generation born between December2020 and March 2021, as a result of the enforced quarantining of their parents due to the COVID-19 pandemic, as they turn teenagers in 2033/2034
As they slurped their milkshakes on their first date, Jody and Jazzmine looked each in the eye and realised the strength of the bond they had - they were both Quaranteens
It is a combination (portmanteau/neologism) of the words Quarantine and Thanksgiving. Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, this can be viewed as a novel holiday in which Thanksgiving is celebrated during a quarantine typically accompanied by virtual parties and get-together via Zoom or Skype. Social-distancing and a minimal number of guests are urged for such a holiday, but not always abided by during such times like those of COVID-19.
John: Are you excited for Quarantinesgiving on Zoom?
Mary: Not really, this is sad and depressing, I wish we could be in person, but I guess it’s better than nothing.
John: Hang in there, we can enjoy a virtual meal, toast, and good chats amongst our family and friends while keeping safe and not spreading this damn virus.
Mary: Okay, you’re right! I guess I didn’t think of it that way; in that case, Happy Quarantinesgiving!!!
When an adult starts acting in a juvenile manner on par with a teenager because of lockdown or quarantine, either out of boredom or lack of accountability.
“Did you see Steve is on TikTok now doing all these stupid dances with the zoomers? Looks like he got quaranteened hard.”
“Since the lockdown, all I do is eat junk food and watch tv. I haven’t showered in a week and the dishes in my sink have been there even longer. Love being quaranteened.”
“My husband is happy being quaranteened; playing Fortnite and CoD all day while I’m at my ‘essential’ job.”
Pajama casual is a term used when working from home and preparing for a video conference. All business above the waist and your pajama pants down below.