1. fanwank - Noun
2. fanwank - Verb
(fandom slang, derogatory) Explanations invented by fans (of a film franchise, television series, etc.) to gloss over mistakes in continuity.
(fandom slang) Elements added to a television program or similar entertainment that appeal to avid fans but are of little interest to outsiders.
Synonym: fanservice
fanwank (third-person singular simple present fanwanks, present participle fanwanking, simple past and past participle fanwanked)
(fandom slang) Of fans, to invent explanations to gloss over mistakes in continuity.