SalvyZ's definitions

dance floor imperialism

"Dance floor imperialism" refers to the phenomenon observed at social gatherings where a designated space for dancing exists. In these settings, the individuals on the dance floor often develop a deep intolerance for those who choose not to partake in dancing. Fuelled by a kind of mania, these dancers become relentless in their efforts to pressure non-dancers to join them, creating an environment where the desire to conform to the dominant dancing culture becomes almost inevitable. Dance floor imperialism manifests as an explicit expectation for everyone to participate, and non-dancers often find themselves succumbing to the relentless persuasion, inadvertently surrendering their autonomy on the dance floor.

The atmosphere on the dance floor was charged with dance floor imperialism as enthusiastic dancers actively sought to recruit non-dancers into their rhythmic domain.

by SalvyZ June 24, 2023

hobosexual

A person who dates others only to have a place to live.

"John's only with Mary for a place to stay. He doesn't love her. He's hobosexual."

by SalvyZ October 16, 2020

smitation

When a police officer uses excessive force during the execution of a legal citation (smite + citation)

“The cop committed a smitation when he punched the jay walker while issuing him a ticket.”

by SalvyZ November 2, 2020

polkageist

A ghost that, when it appears, only ever does a lively dance of Bohemian origin in duple time.

"The ghost in our house is constantly doing the polka -- it's a polkageist."

by SalvyZ October 30, 2019

somorrow

a feeling of deep distress caused by the anticipation of a disappointing or unfortunate tomorrow.

“Every Sunday night, when I think about going back to work Monday morning, I experience somorrow.”

by SalvyZ July 7, 2019

faux soul

The illusion of spiritual depth and existential meaning engineered by capitalist minions in order to more effectively sell products.

“The Apple Store’s atmosphere is pure faux soul.”

by SalvyZ July 12, 2019

memerized

the experience of becoming hypnotized online while scrolling or swiping from meme to meme

"My sister spent hours on her phone looking at meme after meme. She memerized herself."

by SalvyZ June 13, 2018