DEFINITION: v. To hurry up and wait. n. A person who compels you to prepare quickly for an activity which they know will be delayed, postponed or retarded.

Hastenwaiter

Created by: Mustang

Pronunciation: HASE - uhn - wate - er

Sentence: Armando is an ardent and incurable hastenwaiter; he'll purposely prepare for meetings, trips or even visits hours in advance knowing he and his wife Matilda will sit around needlessly awaiting the appointed hour.

Etymology: Blend of hasten and wait.

Points: 854

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