butler lie

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词形变化

butler lies 复数 butler lies

释义与例句

n.
  1. 1.

    A polite lie told in a text, on the phone, or through a similar electronic medium that provides an excuse for why one is unavailable.

词源

Coined in 2009 by Jeff Hancock et al, referring to the idea of a butler blocking access to a home by lying about the occupant's availability.

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