- noun
- A class of Imperial citizens trained for supreme accomplishments of logic; human computers.
- Origin
- Possibly abbreviated from ‘mental attainment’.
- Source
- Dune
- noun
- A device for imprinting a message in the cry of a bird.
- Origin
- Abbreviated from ‘disguised transmission’.
- Source
- Dune
- noun
- The image from a three-dimensional projector.
- Source
- Dune
- adjective
- Of a simulated scenario: becoming ripe with political intrigue.
- Origin
- Presumed to be coined after the Russian historical figure, Grigori Rasputin.
- Source
- The Hydrogen Sonata
- verb
- To genetically modify a life form in order to enhance its natural anatomy and physiology.
- Source
- Consider Phlebas
- noun
- A one-piece female undergarment fitted with a zipper.
- Origin
- Portmanteau of ‘zipper’, ‘camisole’, and ‘knickers’.
- Source
- Brave New World
- noun
- A video broadcaster.
- Origin
- Formed from visio (vision) and ‘broadcast’.
- Source
- Second Foundation
- adverb
- In the direction of spin (of a rotating ringworld or orbital habitat.)
- Source
- Ringworld
- noun
- A software package that directly interfaces with the brain via a wetware implant.
- Source
- Neuromancer