hedonomics
n.— «Whether we call it hedonomics, affective human factors, or the “human factors of pleasure”, we have throughout history put great energy, time, and attention into our toys, games, and past-times.» —“Hedonomics: The Human Factors of Pleasure Gains Attention as World Grows More Complex” by Barry H. Beith Local Tech Wire May 3, 2005. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
Further reading
What do you call a long sandwich filled with lots of ingredients? Whether you call it a sub, a hoagie, a grinder, or something else entirely depends on where you’re from. And: Martha’s visit to an Alaskan reindeer ranch reveals why you...
Is there such a thing as a “neutral” accent, and if so what does it sound like? And that quirk in the way southern Californians talk about freeways. They’ll say things like take the 405 and get on the 8. Why the definite article...