minimod en · NOUN
Pronunciation
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Etymology
From mini- + mod.
Meanings
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(Internet, rare) A moderator having only limited permissions.
In becoming TSR moderators (of varying hierarchical status such as supermoderators, global moderators and minimods, further also forum assistants), users are supposed to set a good example for appropriate online behavior as a by-product of their ongoing conversations.
2013, Jenny Arendholz, (In)Appropriate Online Behavior: A pragmatic analysis of message board relations, page 46:
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(Internet, derogatory) A back-seat moderator.
I think the difference between a minimod and a helpful community member is all in the tone each one uses, as well as what SSM said above with staff being online or not.
2020 July 31, Quinny, ManaCube:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| minimods | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| mini mod | alternative | lexicographic |