TPTB

What does TPTB stand for?

The powers that be

An acronym that may refer to the chat room or online forum administrator, or to the game master for an online video game.

Example

"According to TPTB, that guy who was kicked from the chat channel won't be allowed back in again."

Related Slang

PTBPowers that be
mgmtManagement
mngrManager
adminAdministrator
sysadminSystem administrator
modModerator
OPOperator

Usage

✓ Online Chat
✓ Online Gaming
✓ Web Forums

Last Updated: May 13, 2014

TPTB definition

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