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Definition of astroturfing

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Definitions include: an underpowered computer.
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Definitions include: to accumulate of a number of small tasks (usually of the same kind,) that can be performed at once for greater efficiency.
Definitions include: to accidentally press a button or key adjacent to the desired one, e.g. while typing on a keyboard or entering a phone number.
Definitions include: acronym for "I don't know".

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Other terms relating to 'astroturf':

Definitions include: to join an online discussion and pretend to be an independent member of the community.
Definitions include: A Thing or person that makes little or no sense at all; something that has no point.

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