forgetters
for-GET-erz
Definition
People who choose to remember, preserve, or honor something, used here as a playful inversion of those who have moved on from a specific subculture.
Etymology
Derived from the Old English 'forgietan,' meaning to lose hold of or cease to remember. The suffix '-er' denotes a person who performs the action, making 'forgetter' a literal description of one who forgets, though here it is used ironically.
In the news
The author uses this term to describe the loyal attendees of Fuzz Fest who keep the spirit of rock 'n' roll alive despite the passage of time. It highlights their commitment to music that others might consider a relic of the past.
Rock 'n' Roll Never Forgets: Fuzz Fest 11 will induce more head-banging memories in Ann Arbor
Read the full article ↗Ann Arbor District Library