Meaning
1 senses(Internet, humorous)An inpatient stay in a psychiatric facility.
Examples
2 sentencesI need a grippy sock vacation.
I don't need a grippy sock vacation.
Origin
Grippy sock refers to the non-slip socks issued to psychiatric patients in place of lace-uGrippy sock refers to the non-slip socks issued to psychiatric patients in place of lace-up shoes or slippers.
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