teabagreferendum
/ˈtiːbæɡ ˌrɛfəˈrɛndəm/nounVerified NewAlso in: Teebeutelreferendum (Deutsch) · bolsitendum (Español) · sachétendum (Français)
The recurring household vote on whether the teabag may be squeezed against the side of the mug.
The teabagreferendum divides families along lines of bitterness. One side squeezes for strength; the other claims squeezing releases the tannins of sin. The vote is held whenever a new member joins and never resolves, and the kettle remains neutral, as kettles do.
Etym. — teabag + referendum — the national question of the kitchen, voted on forever.
Rel. — teafussy · brewabandon
Novelty check: APPROVE
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