vote mob — n. A crowd, organized via social networks, that gathers to encourage young people to vote in an upcoming election. v. vote mobbing pp. Example Citations: A new mob is arising in Canada, and this one should be heartily encouraged. It s the vote… … New words
Mob Convention — ▪ United States history formally Women s Rights Convention woman suffrage meeting, held September 6–7, 1853, in New York City, that earned its popular label owing to the numerous disruptions to it by protesters. The New York state… … Universalium
cash mob — n. An event where people support a local retailer by gathering en masse to purchase the store s products. cash mobber n. cash mobbing pp. Example Citations: Cash mobs appear to be catching on in the suburbs south of Boston, targeting local… … New words
flash mob — (FLASH mawb) n. A large group of people who gather in a usually predetermined location, perform some brief action, and then quickly disperse. v., adj. flash mobber n. flash mobbing pp. Example Citation: The Internet has spawned a gaggle of new… … New words
carrotmob — n. An event where people support an environmentally friendly store by gathering en masse to purchase the store s products. Also: carrot mob. carrotmobber n. carrotmobbing pp. Example Citations: Forget sticks, and stick with carrots instead. So… … New words
social swarming — (soh.shul SWOR.ming) n. The rapid gathering of friends, family, or colleagues using technologies such as cell phones, pagers, and instant messaging. social swarm n. Example Citation: Social swarms are easily the most common and intriguing [types… … New words
torch-and-pitchfork — adj. Relating to an angry, unruly mob, particularly one seeking vengeance. Also: torches and pitchforks; fiery torches and pitchforks. Example Citations: Before the game was over, the howls had begun. That Delhomme was able to walk out of the… … New words
underdecided — adj. Being unenthusiastic or unsure about a decision, particularly when choosing a candidate in an election. Also: under decided. Example Citations: I ll be honest, though, I m pretty underwhelmed with this whole election. I know who I m going to … New words
flash crowd — n. A sharp and often overwhelming increase in the number of users attempting to access a Web site simultaneously, usually in response to some event or announcement. Example Citation: Among other problems, the approach deals with events like flash … New words
chad — n. 1. The tiny bits of paper left over from punching data cards. Also called computer confetti or keypunch droppings. 2. The perforated strips of computer paper, after they have been separated from a printout. Example Citation: Democrats argued… … New words
