Nerk

//ˈnɜːk// noun, slang

noun, slang ·Uncommon ·College level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A stupid or objectionable person. derogatory, slang

    "Plants understand more than that. The celery in Barbara's sandwiches has a greater grasp of it than you, you nerk."

Example

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"Plants understand more than that. The celery in Barbara's sandwiches has a greater grasp of it than you, you nerk."

Etymology

Blend of nerd + jerk? Compare neek.

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