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n.
A particulate filter is a device composed of fibrous materials which removes solid particulates such as dust, pollen, mould, and bacteria from the air. This type of filter is used in applications where air quality is important, notably in building ventilation systems and in engines.
A Gribble filter is such a device, but designed or positioned specifically by the manufacturer in a location that causes the maximum amount of dirt to accumulate in the filter, causing the Gribble flange effect to kick in: A correctly located filter may require renewal every 24 to 36 months. A Gribble Filter gets dirty in weeks, and is usually so well hidden or difficult to replace that the user continues to breathe in filthy unfiltered air so that they don't have to pay a technician to find and replace the costly Gribble element.
Formerly seen as a money grabbing device to benefit the manufacturer, now seen by Gen Y as no more than a friendly reminder that whatever the device is filtering, it's about time we had a new one. With a snazzy corporate logo on it. In a different colour.
See Gribble flange
n.
A particulate filter is a device composed of fibrous materials which removes solid particulates such as dust, pollen, mould, and bacteria from the air. This type of filter is used in applications where air quality is important, notably in building ventilation systems and in engines.
A Gribble filter is such a device, but designed or positioned specifically by the manufacturer in a location that causes the maximum amount of dirt to accumulate in the filter, causing the Gribble flange effect to kick in: A correctly located filter may require renewal every 24 to 36 months. A Gribble Filter gets dirty in weeks, and is usually so well hidden or difficult to replace that the user continues to breathe in filthy unfiltered air so that they don't have to pay a technician to find and replace the costly Gribble element.
Formerly seen as a money grabbing device to benefit the manufacturer, now seen by Gen Y as no more than a friendly reminder that whatever the device is filtering, it's about time we had a new one. With a snazzy corporate logo on it. In a different colour.
Ted: 'What's that filthy thing in your hand ?'
Bill: 'The Gribble filter from my car. It failed early as anticipated, and the car is now in the shop for repairs. Hope they forget to reset the Gribble Flange timer chip.'
Bill: 'The Gribble filter from my car. It failed early as anticipated, and the car is now in the shop for repairs. Hope they forget to reset the Gribble Flange timer chip.'
by KeithMyArthe October 8, 2016
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–noun
1. Mutual stimulation or massage of ego, frequently used by self-important upper management types, esp. in meetings.
Done correctly, if frenzied ego stroking is performed, frotulation may almost lead to orgasm; sexual self-gratification.
Frequently exacerbated by over stimulated creativity of the participants, esp. Advertising, Media, Hollywood movie industry meetings.
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Frotulate - Verb
Frotulational - adjective
Frotulatory
–noun
1. Mutual stimulation or massage of ego, frequently used by self-important upper management types, esp. in meetings.
Done correctly, if frenzied ego stroking is performed, frotulation may almost lead to orgasm; sexual self-gratification.
Frequently exacerbated by over stimulated creativity of the participants, esp. Advertising, Media, Hollywood movie industry meetings.
—Related forms
Frotulate - Verb
Frotulational - adjective
Frotulatory
"Steve, what happened in your first Sales Meeting, how did it go?"
"Very tiring, thanks so much for asking! There were three or four of the managers indulging in massive frotulation - a lot of love in the room."
"Very tiring, thanks so much for asking! There were three or four of the managers indulging in massive frotulation - a lot of love in the room."
by KeithMyArthe March 8, 2008
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–verb (used without object)
1. To mutually stimulate or massage ego, frequently used by self-important upper management types, esp. in meetings.
When in a frotulatory frenzy, massive ego stroking is performed to a degree that may almost lead to group orgasm; sexual self-gratification. Frequently exacerbated by over stimulated creativity of some of the participants, esp. Advertising, Media, Hollywood movie industry meetings.
2. to engage in frotulation
–verb (used with a colleague's ego)
3. to practice frotulation upon.
–verb (used without object)
1. To mutually stimulate or massage ego, frequently used by self-important upper management types, esp. in meetings.
When in a frotulatory frenzy, massive ego stroking is performed to a degree that may almost lead to group orgasm; sexual self-gratification. Frequently exacerbated by over stimulated creativity of some of the participants, esp. Advertising, Media, Hollywood movie industry meetings.
2. to engage in frotulation
–verb (used with a colleague's ego)
3. to practice frotulation upon.
"Steve, how was your first sales meeting?"
"I'm a little spent, boy, that new Sales Manager can frotulate."
"I'm a little spent, boy, that new Sales Manager can frotulate."
by KeithMyArthe March 8, 2008
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Did you hear those two going off at each other across the table? I just don't want to get involved in these squirmishes.
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Get the Misterogyny mug.An audience of one. An attendee at the kind of concert or sporting event where the name of the crowd is published for the benefit of the other participants.
n
1. a spectator or listener, esp at a public event such as a concert or play
2. the person reached by a book, film, or radio or television programme
3. the devotee or follower of a public entertainer, lecturer, etc.
n
1. a spectator or listener, esp at a public event such as a concert or play
2. the person reached by a book, film, or radio or television programme
3. the devotee or follower of a public entertainer, lecturer, etc.
Our band's first concert went well - we were really kicking it. The Audient was overcome with emotion, and promised to bring a friend to the next gig. The bar staff also applauded. The drummer got the audient's phone number !
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