gnomenapping

English

Noun

gnomenapping (countable and uncountable, plural gnomenappings)

1. Alternative form of gnome-napping
   • 2005 June 10, Kim Spencer, “Gnomenapping stories bring large response from readers”, in The Tribune (Greely, Colorado):

     gnomenappings created some fun stories and resulting online commentary during the past week.

   • 2013, Alison Plus, A+ Guide to Short Answer Essays, page 16:

     The garden gnome spoofs the prank of “gnomenapping,” in which garden gnome statues are kidnapped and photographed at tourist sites.

   • 2016 August 8, Will Kubzansky, “Wire Taps: Joe Ross explains setback; Ben Revere uses football skills for catch; Bryce Harper diagnosed with stiff neck”, in Federal Baseball:

     From gnomenappings to photos with Willie Mays, to Bryce Harper's pool-selfie aesthetics, the Nationals had a busy month off the field.