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demob-happy

adj · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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adj

Meaning 1

Feeling exhilarated due to one's imminent release from a difficult or time-consuming burden.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: UK

Examples

  • Their demob-happy CEO has been expressing her true opinions on the Treasury.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From demob + happy.