Verboticism: Apeproval
DEFINITION: v. To seek approval from your boss by emulating their style, mannerisms or affectations. n. A person who copies their boss's style in order to win favor.
Apeproval
Created by: Rhyme79
Pronunciation: ape-proov-all
Sentence: My boss is so vain that I figured he couldn't miss how awesome I am if I try the apeproval tactic. I mean, what I have got to lose? Putting on a hundred pounds, wearing enormous glasses, shaving my head and dressing like a gorilla kicked through a circus could only be good for my career, right?
Etymology: Ape- copy, mimic. Approval- consent, blessing.
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