Yigby
phrase ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
- 1 Acronym of yes, in God's backyard, a movement to convert religious buildings and their land into housing units. abbreviation, acronym, alt-of
"Under the umbrella of a reappropriated acronym, YIGBY or “Yes in God’s Backyard,” churches are partnering with nonprofit organizations as well as city officials to navigate the complicated zoning and financing options to transform their properties in ways that align with their mission."
Example
More examples"Under the umbrella of a reappropriated acronym, YIGBY or “Yes in God’s Backyard,” churches are partnering with nonprofit organizations as well as city officials to navigate the complicated zoning and financing options to transform their properties in ways that align with their mission."
Etymology
Derived from YIMBY, itself coined as an antonym for nimby.
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