English Explanatory Dictionary

neverendum

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A series of referendums on the same issue held in an attempt to achieve an unpopular result.

Pronunciation

/ˌnɛv.əˈɹɛn.dəm/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-neverendum.wav /ˌnɛv.ɚˈɛn.dəm/

Word forms

neverendum neverendums neverenda

Etymology

Blend of never-ending + referendum. Coined by Canadian writer Josh Freed in the context of repeated referendums on the secession of Quebec.

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