The Meaning of Liff: Kent (adj.)

Monday, January 30, 2012

Kent (adj.)

Politely determined not to help despite a violent urge to the contrary. Kent expressions are seen on the faces of people who are good at something watching someone else who can't do it at all.

Kent

1 comment:

chousaruJune 16, 2013 at 6:49 PM
i actually use this as an adjective occasionally XD
plus, i am from Kent!
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