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单词 maffick
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Definition of maffick in English:

maffick

verb ˈmafɪk
  • no object To celebrate uproariously, rejoice extravagantly, especially on an occasion of national celebration (originally the relief of the British garrison besieged in Mafeking (now Mafikeng), South Africa, in May 1900). In later use usually with pejorative connotations.

Origin

Early 20th century; earliest use found in The Pall Mall Gazette. Back-formation from the place name Mafeking, treated humorously as a present participle.

Definition of maffick in US English:

maffick

verbˈmafɪk
  • no object To celebrate uproariously, rejoice extravagantly, especially on an occasion of national celebration (originally the relief of the British garrison besieged in Mafeking (now Mafikeng), South Africa, in May 1900). In later use usually with pejorative connotations.

Origin

Early 20th century; earliest use found in The Pall Mall Gazette. Back-formation from the place name Mafeking, treated humorously as a present participle.

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