Definition of fudge factor

fudge factor

noun

• the amount by which a numerical amount is fudged (adjusted).
  • See more words with the same meaning: computer slang.

  Last edited on Nov 09 2011. Submitted by WalterGR (via TheJargonFile) on Aug 14 2009.

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Other terms relating to 'factor':
Bud Factor	Definitions include: the gross exaggeration or embellishment of everyday stories, can often times be complete fabrications.
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Other terms relating to 'fudge':
around the corner where fudge is made	Definitions include: the bathroom.
fudge	Definitions include: a replacement word for fuck.
fudge nuts	Definitions include: exclamation of displeasure.
fudge packer	Definitions include: a homosexual male.
pack fudge	Definitions include: to engage in anal sex.
what the fudge	Definitions include: euphemism for "what the fuck".

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