macintosh

n 1: a lightweight waterproof, usually rubberized, fabric [syn: {mackintosh}]

2: a waterproof raincoat made of rubberized fabric [syn: {mackintosh},

{mac}, {mack}]

Macintrash

/mak'in-trash"/ The Apple {Macintosh}, as described by a

hacker who doesn"t appreciate being kept away from the ▫real

computer▫ by the interface. The term {maggotbox} has been

reported in regular use in the Research Triangle area of North

Carolina. Compare {Macintoy}.

See also {beige toaster}, {WIMP environment}, {point-and-drool

interface}, {drool-proof paper}, {user-friendly}.

(1995-05-02)