- "I know that you expressed an interested in labbying Comp 160."
labby
derivation; noun
A TA who works directly with students during their classes or labs (as opposed to just grading and holding separate office hours)
Etymology : "Lab" (an academic period devoted to work or study in a room equipped for scientific experimentation or research) + "-y" (inclined to) Ultimately means "one who is inclined to go to the lab.
Source : Professor's e-mail about TAing for a course, 08/16/2013
Last modified: 25 November 2013