Etymology

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Today it means: A rebuttal to an article or blog made by quoting its content in sections and refuting each section individually. Full definition →

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The story

Named after English writer and journalist Robert Fisk (1946–2020). For the surname, see Fisk. Originated in the blogosphere.

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