DEFINITION: n. The sense of discomfort created when "a couple" says you are welcome to stay, even though their behavior suggests that you are getting in the way. v. To sit uncomfortably between two lovers.

Gooseberrytude

Created by: TJayzz

Pronunciation: Gooz-buree-tude

Sentence: When Jill and Roger invited Mike to stay overnight, due to the snowstorm raging outside, he didn't think he would have to spend the whole evening feeling a right gooseberrytude while they smooched on the sofa.

Etymology: Gooseberry (a third person in the company of two lovers, who would rather be alone) + Intrude (being in a place or situation where one is unwelcome) = Gooseberrytude

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