Drachenfutter

English

noun
Definitions
  • (very) A gift given to placate someone, especially a spouse, who is angry at the giver.

Etymology

Borrowed from German Drachenfutter (dragon fodder).

Origin

German (Berlin)

Drachenfutter

Gloss

dragon fodder

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