SalvyZ's definitions

selfluenza

A socially transmitted condition that leads people to become excessively concerned about self-centered interests, such as physical appearance and social status.

"Facebook is the petri dish of selfluenza."

by SalvyZ September 12, 2018

The Portuguese Goodbye

The Portuguese Goodbye refers to a parting of ways that unfolds in stages over tens of minutes, typically involving different people taking turns reviving and extending a conversation that only appears to all non-Portuguese participants as having already reached its natural conclusion.

The way my Portuguese in-laws say goodbye after Sunday dinner typically takes 30 minutes from the first 'we need to go' to the rest of the family encircling their car in the driveway to wave at them while they disappear over the horizon - "the portuguese goodbye" par excellence.

by SalvyZ August 10, 2022

social carbing

A person who eats carbs when hanging out with friends or to feel integrated into social situations. Social carbing means eating carbs occasionally and almost always in groups – often while drinking alcohol. Similar to social smoking, only with carbohydrates.

“I only ever eat carbs when I’m out drinking with my friends. I guess you might call it social carbing.”

by SalvyZ June 17, 2018

artifishal

Fish raised or produced by human methods rather than occurring naturally

“You’ll never catch me eating farm raised tilapia. That shit is artifishal.”

by SalvyZ April 7, 2019

grammar swami

A term describing an individual who exhibits both knowledge and empathy in relation to language use. Instead of criticizing others' grammatical errors, a Grammar Swami gently and privately guides them towards more standard language practices. Their approach is focused on uplifting and educating without causing embarrassment or belittlement, emphasizing respect for each individual's unique linguistic journey and encouraging growth in a supportive, non-judgmental manner.

I met a Grammar Swami who patiently and kindly showed me how to use language better, guiding me towards improvement without making me feel embarrassed or small.

by SalvyZ July 25, 2023

fattire

clothing people wear when feeling plump

"After a Thanksgiving meal, my fattire usually consists of sweatpants and a baggy sweatshirt."

by SalvyZ November 23, 2018

histigue

The fatigue resulting from the chronic glorification of the history of a local place

"I've got a serious case of histigue due to the relentless talk about how historical our downtown area is."

by SalvyZ October 30, 2023