Verboticism: Mockupation
DEFINITION: v., To facilitate camaraderie among your colleagues by making fun at your boss's expense, only to discover that you-know-who is standing right behind you. n., A professional faux pas made with the best intentions.
Mockupation
Created by: Nosila
Pronunciation: mok u pay shun
Sentence: When the Boss left, Sally would entertain the troops by imitating him and playing the fool. Her mockupation went too far, when he returned early and caught her mid-act. Her mockupation lead to her walkupation right out of a job.
Etymology: Mock (make fun of;ape;mimicry) & Occupation (career, calling, work one is paid for)
Points: 515