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Adjective 1. Characterized by a flamboyant and theatrical demeanor, often bordering on overexuberance, akin to that displayed by the character Papyrus from Undertale. 2. Displaying a propensity for grandiose self-perception, which manifests in a somewhat humorous or endearing overconfidence, often witnessed as a harmless egomania. 3. (Informal) Bearing resemblance to Papyrus in terms of distinctive behavioral traits or idiosyncrasies, notably encompassing a blend of arrogance and well-meaning theatricality. Origin: Rooted deeply within the Undertale fandom, though the exact point of inception remains speculative. It is widely perceived to have been coined organically within the community, gradually finding its way into broader usage due to the character's popularity. Etymology: Papyrus (a prominent character in Toby Fox’s Undertale, revered for his comic relief role characterized by vibrant histrionics and a notable sense of self-aggrandizement) + -esque (a suffix in English denoting resemblance or likeness).
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