Definition: Polderboy is a slang term that refers to someone who has been living in a place known as a "polder," a wetland area in the Netherlands. This term originates from the Dutch expression for "hiding in a hole" and can be used to describe someone who prefers to avoid certain situations or places.
Let's explore an unsettling example sentence using 'polderboy.' Imagine this sentence: "Well, you know how everyone always says you're a 'polderboy' but that's not true. You're just someone who likes to live in a place called a 'polder' where the water is so deep and full of mud that it can make you feel like you're in a hole." This sentence creates a sense of discomfort, as if the speaker is suggesting they do indeed have a penchant for living in an unnatural environment, which could be perceived as unsettling or even alarming.