Fanfiction-like works of original literature. Stories or novels bordering between being works of original literature and fanfiction of other literature.

Etymology: A double entendre for one of its prime examples, the novel series Twilight, criticized as being an original work of fiction with fanfiction-like refereces to pre-existing works most notably from Anne Rice.

I read this twilit book of Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Queen of the Damned. It had a Buffy vampire character trying to slay other vampires to help those not infected

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Twigin

1. Noun: One who had not read any books from the Twilight Saga, or seen Twilight and it's upcoming sequels.

Pronounced: Twi (like guy) and Gin (like the liquor)

Have you seen Twilight? No. I'm a twigin
Have you read the books? Nope. Still a twigin.

Twigin by purpledaisy723 May 27, 2009

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Twiliterate

Is a person who is proficient at using Twitter.

He/she doesn't like to Twitter because he/she is not yet Twiliterate.

Twiliterate by shelovestosail October 23, 2009

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Twilititous

a disease characterized by the uncontrollable urge to Facebook/Twitter/Blog/MSN/talk about anything Twilight-related. Sufferers are usually normal in appearance, but upon closer examination, faster heartbeat and dilated pupils can be observed. Sufferers will experience an increase in adrenaline upon any exposure to Stephanie Meyer material.

Dude, my girlfriend's got a total case of the Twilititous...she won't shut up about Team Jacob VS Team Edward and is constantly gushing about that stupid movie. she wants me to dress up as either a werewolf or a vampire the next time i do her. WTF. FML.

Twilititous by biomedicalgeek November 28, 2009

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leafers

NYC people who migrate north to Quahog, RI to see the leaves in the fall.

New York and everyone from there can fornicate themselves with an iron stick.

leafers by ss++ February 8, 2005

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Respectfully

Precedes or follows either a gratuitously disrespectful or honest remark, originated in New York City. Used in similar fashion to "no offense" or "to be honest," interchangeably.

Ya mans is wild buns, respectfully. Respectfully he's washed.

After school, The Modells on Jamaica Ave was active. Respectfully.

Respectfully by john quan the first December 20, 2020

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You met me at a very Chinese time in my life

A moment in time where you feel distinctly Chinese over all other things.

Dante: "I wish I could be Nigerian, but I can't because I'm Chinese. You met me at a very Chinese time in my life."

You met me at a very Chinese time in my life by Sus Chad September 21, 2026

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crunchy

Adjective. Used to describe persons who have adjusted or altered their lifestyle for environmental reasons. Crunchy persons tend to be politically strongly left-leaning and may be additionally but not exclusively categorized as vegetarians, vegans, eco-tarians, conservationists, environmentalists, neo-hippies, tree huggers, nature enthusiasts, etc.

Also used to describe establishments where alternative foods and products are sold, i.e. natural food stores.

Modified derivative of granola.

"I need more crunchy guys in my life. I'm so tired of dating preppy metrosexual assholes."

"I'm heading out to the crunchy store to pick up some fair trade chocolate and tea tree oil, do you need anything?"

crunchy by EBC July 11, 2007

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