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Definition of safety monkey

safety monkey

noun

  • a friend kept around to abuse, make fun of, invite places and never show up, etc. Origin: web comic strip Penny Arcade.
    I'd feel bad about leaving him out there, but it's only Safety Monkey.

    Last edited on Aug 10 2017. Submitted by David E. from Milford, NH, USA on Aug 18 2002.

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