fogyism|ˈfəʊgɪɪz(ə)m| [f. as prec. +-ism.] The state of being a fogy; the characteristic behaviour of fogies. 1859Holland Gold F. xviii. 219 The ‘fogyism’ and ‘hunkerism’ of politics.1862Sala Seven Sins III. iv. 72 When he reaches middle age, or approaches fogeyism.