aiddeferral
/ˈeɪdˌdɪfɜːrəl/nounVerified NewThe postponement of a hearing aid, cane, or glasses upgrade that would help, in order to preserve an earlier self-image.
The device sits in its box while the person sits out the conversation, the walk, the film. The cost of deferral is paid daily; the cost of adoption is paid once. Aiddeferral names the trade most people make without deciding to.
Etym. — aid + deferral — the equipment's stated role ("aid") set against its delay.
Rel. — pardonspiral
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