Verboticism: Kleptomanna
DEFINITION: v., To swap your lousy lunch for a way tastier one found in the shared office fridge. n., A lunch which is borrowed from a coworker and will not be returned until after it has been consumed.
Kleptomanna
Created by: MissRabbit
Pronunciation: klěp'tō·man·uh
Sentence: Todd /tried/ to ignore the tantalizing aroma leaking from the office fridge, but after realizing his own tuna sandwich had spoiled, he couldn't resist the temptation anymore. Oh, that kleptomanna was the most delicious food he had ever tasted! It's not really stealing as long as he isn't caught, right?
Etymology: Klepto (slang, short for Kleptomaniac): A person who has a compulsion to steal. Manna: Divine or spiritual food.
Points: 575
Comments: Kleptomanna
Mustang - 2008-10-02: 03:25:00
Excellent!!
Jabberwocky - 2008-10-02: 09:18:00
great word
zxvasdf - 2008-10-02: 09:34:00
Who knew theft could be so biblical?
OZZIEBOB - 2008-10-03: 05:47:00
Terrific