Gorbasm
noun, slang ·Uncommon ·Advanced level
Definitions
- 1 The affection shown by US liberals for Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev. derogatory, slang
"For instance, [Rush Limbaugh] coined the term “Gorbasm” to describe liberals' “expression of sheer delight” whenever Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev “was on the scene.” News of a Gorbasm was accompanied by its own theme song—the “Imperial March” from Star Wars, also known as Darth Vader's theme."
Example
More examples"For instance, [Rush Limbaugh] coined the term “Gorbasm” to describe liberals' “expression of sheer delight” whenever Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev “was on the scene.” News of a Gorbasm was accompanied by its own theme song—the “Imperial March” from Star Wars, also known as Darth Vader's theme."
Etymology
Blend of Gorbachev + orgasm, coined by American radio host Rush Limbaugh.
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