Stubities

Stubities is a term used to describe the practice of creating stub articles on Wikipedia. A stub article is a short, incomplete article that serves as a placeholder for a topic that needs further development. Stub articles typically contain a brief summary and may include a few references, but they lack the depth and detail found in more comprehensive articles.

The purpose of stub articles is to provide a starting point for topics that are not yet well-covered in the encyclopedia. By creating stub articles, users can help expand Wikipedia's coverage and encourage others to contribute more detailed information. Stub articles are often identified by a "stub" template, which indicates that the article is incomplete and in need of additional content.

While stub articles are valuable for expanding Wikipedia's coverage, they should not be confused with vandalism or poor-quality content. Stub articles are a legitimate part of the encyclopedia's growth and development process. By creating and improving stub articles, users can play a crucial role in making Wikipedia a more comprehensive and reliable source of information.