Verboticism: Giftwink
DEFINITION: v., To show appreciation for a gift, even if it is something that you do not really need or want, by feigning joy. n., A faked display of gratitude.
Giftwink
Created by: Stevenson0
Pronunciation: gift/wink
Sentence: I learned from my mother at a very early age to giftwink when I received clothes from my grandparents instead of a toy. Since then, my giftwinking is as natural and undetectable as my appreciation for a fine present.
Etymology: GIFTWINK - verb - from GIFT + HOODWINK (to deceive, or trick)
Points: 602
Comments: Giftwink
silveryaspen - 2008-12-23: 10:25:00
luv it! The wink gives it such an appealing and fun flair. That wink that says "I'm just kidding" so nicely.
mweinmann - 2008-12-23: 23:27:00
fun word....perfect.
OZZIEBOB - 2008-12-23: 23:48:00
Top word.