"BDFL" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Forms: BDFLs [plural]
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  1. (software, humorous) Initialism of benevolent dictator for life. Tags: abbreviation, alt-of, humorous, initialism Alternative form of: benevolent dictator for life Related terms: BOFH

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