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Definition of RTFM
RTFM
adjective
- acronym for "read the fucking manual". As an adjective: complicated, but with a readily available solution.
Unfortunately, that's a real RTFM issue.
- See more words with the same meaning: Internet, texting, SMS, email, chat acronyms (list of).
- See more words with the same meaning: computer slang.
Last edited on Feb 06 2010. Submitted by John O. from Algonquin, IL, USA on Oct 07 2004.
interjection
- acronym for "Read the fucking manual." A statement usually in response to a technical question posted to an online discussion forum or email list, that could easily be answered by the person asking the question, if they simply took a little initiative and read the documentation.
Why are you asking me? Go RTFM.
Last edited on Jun 30 2011. Submitted by Morgan D. from Seattle, WA, USA on Aug 30 2003.
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