Definition of Bureaucratic Lingo
Bureaucratic Lingo is the jargon and verbiage used by those who wield the power of the pen, but not the power of the people.
It is a dialect that is equal parts confusing, obfuscating, and utterly fascinating.
Beneath the layers of obfuscation lies a hidden truth: Bureaucratic Lingo is the secret language of the powerful, used to keep the masses in line.
Common Terms:
- Red Tape: A synonym for "I'm not doing that"
- Procedural Inertia: A term describing the inability to make decisions due to an overreliance on established protocol
- Form 27-B/12: A form that must be filled out in triplicate, by hand, with a #2 pencil
Example Usage:
"I'm afraid, citizen, you will need to fill out Form 27-B/12, in triplicate, before your permit will be approved"
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