Apparatgeist

== English == === Etymology === Pseudo-Germanism, derived from Apparat (“apparatus, device, machine”) +‎ Geist (“spirit”). Perhaps influenced by zeitgeist. Coined by American communications academic James E. Katz. === Noun === Apparatgeist (uncountable) (technology, sociology) The inherent properties of a device which affect the way it is used by individuals across cultures. === References === Paul McFedries (1996–present), “Apparatgeist”, in Word Spy, Logophilia Limited.