Definition

The universal nightmare scenario of being walked in on during a private moment of self-pleasure. Usually results in mutual trauma, weeks of avoiding eye contact, and a newfound appreciation for door locks.

Example Usage

Ever since his roommate caught him, Tom has developed a paranoid habit of triple-checking that the door is locked.

Source: Urban Dictionary (https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=caught&defid=826957)

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