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.

Lumberghing

Created by: Guest

Pronunciation: lum-BURG-ing

Sentence: I'd say in a given week I probably only do about fifteen minutes of real, actual, work. I spend the rest of the time lumberghing this stack of spreadsheets from the copier to my desk and back again, just so I can stare out the window.

Etymology: Named after Bill Lumbergh, the boss from "Office Space." If you've never seen it, you just won't understand... :)

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