fanwank
Explanations invented by fans to gloss over mistakes in continuityExplanations invented by fans (of a film franchise, television series, etc.) to gloss over mistakes in continuity.
Meaning
2 senses(derogatory, slang, uncountable, usually)Explanations invented by fans (of a film franchise, television series, etc.) to gloss over mistakes in continuity.
(slang, uncountable, usually)Elements added to a television program or similar entertainment that appeal to avid fans but are of little interest to outsiders.
Origin
From fan + wank. See fan (“fanatic, enthusiast”). British writer Craig Hinton claimed to hFrom fan + wank. See fan (“fanatic, enthusiast”). British writer Craig Hinton claimed to have coined the term in the context of Doctor Who fandom.
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Forms
plural: fanwanks| Singular | fanwank |
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uncountable
Synonyms
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