nerd
/nɜrd/
noun
- A person who is very interested and knowledgeable about a particular subject, especially one that is technical or academic, and who may be less interested in social activities.
- The science nerd won first place at the robotics competition.
- My brother is a total computer nerd and can fix any laptop.
- She's a history nerd who loves reading about ancient civilizations.
- A person who is seen as awkward, shy, or overly studious, often used in a teasing or affectionate way.
- She proudly calls herself a nerd for loving math and puzzles.
- In high school, he was called a nerd because he always had his nose in a book.
- Don't be such a nerd — come play outside with us!
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verb
- To act or behave like a nerd; to focus intensely on a niche interest, often in a way that others find overly enthusiastic.
- He nerds over vintage video games every weekend.
- Don't nerd out too much at the party — try to talk about other things too.
- We spent the whole evening nerding out about comic book characters.