Etymology

technoference

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Today it means: Interference in one's (social) life caused by technology, e.g. notifications and texts that interrupt what one is doing. Full definition →

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The story

Blend of techno- + interference. Coined by American researcher Brandon T. McDaniel c. 2013 in the context of couple and family relationships.

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