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netymology

The study of the evolution and propagation of common internet terms and memes. Especially when done in a non-scientific way or by non-linguists (compared to proper etymology).
Hey, does anyone know the netymology of "KTHXBAI"?
netymology by miyako_houou January 11, 2008
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A word that in one ways of meaning "Not finished".
His name meant Not finished. He was named Neteyam
neteyam by GhostDove January 3, 2023
Nityam means a person who has really fair skin. A person excepts mistake and does not tease the opposite sex/gender.loves to play football has a cute smile. Believes not to hit girls.can make a person laugh and he is really unique also has an ability to run fast and is multi talented.Be aware of the people name Nityam you may get your heart there
You're like nityam
nityam by hutsale February 21, 2017

netfamous 

Adj.
1. On-line notoriety gained on the internet either through websites or on-line chatting.
Youtube posters hope to one day become netfamous.
netfamous by nssone April 7, 2007

netymologist

some one with skillz using the Internet to track the origin of words and phrases

- coined by M2 Communications Design
Urban Dictionary - the first word in fresh slang; an essential tool for any netymologist
netymologist by Slumdog January 18, 2009
A word describing random crap and timewasters made public on the web, arising from the combination of the term "Internet" with the terms "flotsam or jetsam".
Ebaumsworld.com is a website that distributes to its users the most recently generated netsam.
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pajama casual 

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.
We have a Zoom meeting in a few minutes and I’ll probably go pajama casual.
pajama casual by jrod-knows March 31, 2020
Word of the Day on October 14, 2026

funflation 

The recent boom in consumer spending on entertainment and experiences with a high demand running up the cost of enjoying of those experiences.
I’m trying to go to this Taylor Swift concert but the funflation has made it so impossible for me to afford tickets.
funflation by Dfree523 November 17, 2023
Word of the Day on October 13, 2026
A US deep south term for an alligator. Usually used in the Cajun dialect.
Take the big pirogue, I saw a huge swamp dog out there earlier.
swamp dog by Crystal Ambrose May 22, 2006
Word of the Day on October 12, 2026

Throat Sweats 

The feeling and build up in your mouth/throat of saliva that sometimes accompanies nausea.
Oh man those burritos gave me the throat sweats, I hope I don’t have food poisoning.
Throat Sweats by TacoFings420 April 23, 2024
Word of the Day on October 11, 2026
Being ignored by someone when making a statement or asking a question. Also known as blanked and turfed.
Person 1: Did u watch ** last nite?
Person 2:......
Person 3: O no u got aired!
aired by Pietro February 9, 2005
Word of the Day on October 10, 2026

piddlefart

Instead of doing my homework, I decided to piddlefart around for two hours.
piddlefart by Rene April 25, 2005
Word of the Day on October 9, 2026
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