fansplain

English

/ˌfænˈspleɪn/

verb
Definitions
  • (neologism) To explain something as a fan or in a fannish manner.

Etymology

Suffix from English fan (admirer, electrical device).

Origin

English

fan

Gloss

admirer, electrical device

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