"tinhatting" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: From tinhat + -ing. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|tinhat|ing}} tinhat + -ing Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} tinhatting (uncountable)
  1. (fandom slang) The act or practice of promoting a conspiracy theory within a fandom space, especially with regard to shipping or a speculated celebrity relationship. Tags: slang, uncountable Categories (topical): Conspiracy theories, Shipping (fandom) Related terms: tinhat, tinhatter, tinhattery, real person fiction
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