Godwin's law

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[edit] English

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[edit] Etymology

After Michael Wayne Godwin (born 1956), American attorney and author.

[edit] Noun

Godwin's law (singular only)

  1. (usually humorous) The adage that any Usenet discussion will eventually mention the Nazis or Adolf Hitler.

[edit] Usage notes

  • Mentioning Godwin's law as having been fulfilled in a particular discussion is often deemed sufficient grounds for ending that discussion.
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