Verboticism: Importmanteau
DEFINITION: n. A prop (e.g. papers, files or any non-functional equipment) used to create the illusion of busyness. v. To use office supplies to create the illusion that you are working.
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Created by: rephil
Pronunciation: im-PORT-man-toh
Sentence: Gerry's importmanteau always impressed visitors, but the maintenance man's keys signified he held more true power in the building.
Etymology: import -- rank, necessity, gravity; portmanteau -- a suitcase
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Comments: Importmanteau
Jabberwocky - 2007-06-13: 14:48:00
this is a great word!!
rephil - 2007-06-13: 14:50:00
Thanks -- I know I've had a few in my time!
rephil - 2007-06-13: 14:51:00
Erm -- importmanteaux, not great words!
Jabberwocky - 2007-06-13: 15:17:00
actually your words are terrific - there have just been so many good words to choose from lately - I especially like euphonia