banana problem

1. Not knowing where or when to stop.

2. In computer programming, an algorithm with incorrect termination conditions that leads to over repetition

From the story of the kid who said, "I know how to spell 'banana,' I just don't know when to stop."

Examples: The 23rd cup holder in an SUV or software bloated from unneccessary bells and whistles.

by mandingoh June 09, 2005

banana problem

This term is derived from the story of the little girl who knew how to spell the word “banana” but didn’t know when to stop. This often relates to constant attempts to fix a computer.

i have to banana problem your damn computer everytime i come over. you fucking n00b!

by Benji March 13, 2005

banana problem

This term is derived from the story of the little girl who knew how to spell the word “banana” but didn’t know when to stop. This often relates to constant attempts to fix a computer.

i fix the same banana problem on your ghey computer everytime i come over here.

by Benji March 05, 2005