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Who will watch the watchmen? Mug

"Who will watch the watchmen?" is a translation of the phrase "Quis custodiet ipsos custodes?" made famous by the Roman Poet Juvenal in his satires. Contextually it referred to the notion that male guards should not guard women against sexual assault as they themselves are capable of committing such crimes, the only solution would be to have the women guarded by eunuchs. Generally though it is considered the embodiment of the philosophical question as to where ultimate power should reside. It can be attributed as the basis, or at least the summarization, of the United States' concept of division of political power. At any given moment a watchman is watched by two watchmen thus eliminating the possibility of corruption. The phrase is also well known as the basis for the graphic novel, and film, Watchmen. Synonymous phrases include: Who will guard the guards? Who will protect the protectors? Who will police the police?

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The Urban Dictionary Mug

Ceramic mug (11 oz)
Printed on-demand just for you
Dishwasher safe
Microwave safe
Word on front, definition on back
Comfortable handle
Every order personally reviewed

Customer Reviews

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Very prompt order fulfillment, and all the messaging was perfect!! Looks great! Thank you!

David C. Jul 25
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THIS MUG IS AMAZING!!

Madison S. Jul 25

Love my mug! Everything looks perfect.

Lindsay G. Jul 25
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Just wonderful thanks

Jerry D. Jul 24
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I am so thrilled that I found a mug with the exact sentiments I was looking for. This will be great in the future for birthday and xmas gifts.

Jill D. Jul 24
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I Like This Mug because im thicc and therefor this mug is thicc

Uraraka Jul 23

Ok These mugs are really easy presents for the people you love i would find the best example of them and then buy and mug and give it to them as a present So simple

Grace Jul 22

This mug is perfect! High quality product

Allison V. Jul 21
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My Aiden mug is awesome

Aiden I. Jul 21
Review by Todd E.

This item was ordered as a gift, so you can imagine how happy I was to see it arrive in a box. Not only was it true to order in color and wording but was also without holes and held a strong cup of tea. However, I would not recommend green tea for this mug, or any mug for that matter as I prefer black teas. Emiyah will love it once she decides to return from France bringing her awesome hair and her kind heart and maybe some macaroons. I will put it to use until then and think of her fondly.

Todd E. Jul 21
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One word Respect ✊

Tjockin Jul 21

I want to buy all the random word mugs in the world from you all 🙏🏻

Joel L. Jul 20

Perfect way to start my day!

Jerry K. Jul 20
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Ok it’s a mug drink from it act edgy with it who cares

Rafael Neal Jul 18
Review by Albert A.

This was a gift for my wife. She loves it.

Albert A. Jul 18
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The custom word and design came out perfectly, and my girlfriend absolutely adored the mug; I'll absolutely consider more custom-printed cups for birthdays and other occasions in the future.

Connor S. Jul 18
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Purchased this custom mug for my teenager, and they love it! The first comment was that the coffee stayed hot longer. Solid mug and the custom text isn't wearing ff after so many uses. Will definitely buy again.

John E. Jul 18
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Review by Bryan D.

The mug looks great and hasn't faded after multiple runs through the dishwasher. It microwaves well, and the text is sufficiently unruly.

Bryan D. Jul 18
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I had been looking for the translation from a Tik Tok video and found it on Urban Dictionary. I was surprised to find a coffee mug available so I ordered one. My order was processed very quickly. My mug arrived promptly and in perfect condition. Many Thanks

Mario A. Jul 17
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Review by Andrew L.

This mug was a Father’s Day gift for my dad, and let me tell you, it is the greatest mug ever produced by humankind. Not only does it have a simple, minimalist design on it with my father’s name, but also the witty definition on the back that perfectly describes him. While he only uses the mug to hold his pens, I’m sure it would act perfectly fine with any sort of beverage in it as well. Urban Dictionary, let my just tell you that you have sent me the finest piece of art I could have possibly asked to hand over to my dad. Thank you, and I’m sure I’ll be purchasing another one of these fine crafted mugs some time soon. To whoever is reading this, have a nice day, and enjoy your summer.

Andrew L. Jul 15
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