Sep 12 Word of the Day
Anatidaephobia is defined as a pervasive, irrational fear that one is being watched by a duck. The anatidaephobic individual fears that no matter where they are or what they are doing, a duck watches.
Anatidaephobia is derived from the Greek word "anatidae", meaning ducks, geese or swans and "phobos" meaning fear.
Anatidaephobia is derived from the Greek word "anatidae", meaning ducks, geese or swans and "phobos" meaning fear.
by blank babushka October 24, 2009
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A phrase applied by authority figures in college dormitories to disuade the use of certain things (such as water fountains, bathrooms, or kitchens) for extended periods of time when, in truth, the appliance or room in question is actually in perfect working order.
This is usually a form of punishment implemented by people in positions of authority within a residence hall to teach the students a lesson.
Note, this tactic has had mixed results, in extreme cases of failure inciting riots and all out mayhem.
This is usually a form of punishment implemented by people in positions of authority within a residence hall to teach the students a lesson.
Note, this tactic has had mixed results, in extreme cases of failure inciting riots and all out mayhem.
Someone threw up in the second floor water-fountain and then--after it was cleaned and visibly functioning--deemed "out of order".
by Chris Corddis February 06, 2012