Verboticism: Glimspif

'Why do you keep looking at your spoon?'

DEFINITION: To steal a look at your reflection in a window, mirror or other reflective surface; often done furtively so not to be seen as vain.

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Glimspif

Created by: xirtam

Pronunciation: Glim-spĭf

Sentence: Madeline took a quick glimspif, at her reflection in the store window, to be sure her hair was still ok.

Etymology: Glimpse: a very brief, passing look, sight, or view. + Spiff: To make attractive, stylish, or up-to-date.

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