ohnosecond

ohnosecond definition - computer

(OH NO! SECOND) The fraction of a second it takes to realize you just made a big mistake on the computer. For example, clicking "No" when prompted to save the document you spent all day composing. Or, clicking "Send" before deleting the profanity you were venting with in the message to your boss.



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