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Neckbeard 

The word neckbeard, deriving from the conjoining of the words “neck” and “beard,” is a descriptor for a type of man characterized by an inflated sense of self worth and a powerful sense of entitlement, particularly to affection, subservience and sexual acts from women. The name is a reference to the poor grooming and hygiene standards typically held by such men, with the result that their facial hair is unkempt and extends down their neck. At the core, neckbeards’ inflated egos and misogynistic attitudes towards women serve as a coping mechanism for personal insecurity and a lack of self confidence. Such an attitude allows them to place the blame for their failed social interactions on others rather than undertake self examination and improvement. Neckbeards also typically have an interest in anime, hentai and waifuism, due to their stereotypical perception of Japanese women as being meek and subservient to men, and thus their idealized, non-threatening sexual partner. Fedoras are also popular among neckbeards due to their seeing themselves as sophisticated, respectable gentlemen, as opposed to the “Chads” or “assholes” they believe women normally are attracted to. Copious amounts of Mountain Dew, Doritos, video games, and a sedentary lifestyle are all additional hallmarks of the neckbeard ethos.
“Females like you only go for jocks and assholes, you never want to give nice guys like me a chance. You missed out on a gentleman, slut.”

“God, what a neckbeard. I can still smell him from here.”
Neckbeard by ProfCDryDrunk October 24, 2020

Neckbeardistan 

The home nation of the Neckbeard people (i.e. Neckbeards, "Neckbeardis", Neck Beards).

Its currency could be Bitcoin, pizza, or perhaps Tolkienite? Exchange rates vary.

Its flag / heraldry is disputed. The legendary Three Wolf Moon T Shirt was up for "modernization." Designs depicting "virgins and a comic book store" (i.e. nerdtopia) have mysteriously vanished from a sub reddit - even though demographically speaking - the virgins should be male.

Chief imports are non-nutritive cheesy product (e.g. Doritos, Cheetos); carbonated beverages (e.g. Jolt Cola, Mountain Dew); Interwebz; and movies, TV, technology and/or games (e.g. video games, MMORPG, etc.).

The rich, diverse culture of the Neckbeardis can seem unusual. Within Neckbeardistan, bitter disputes erupt as borders shift due to releases (or announcements) of media, products, and technology.

Travel forecast: The dark console wars look to continue (which carry forth the tribal conflicts of the emacs vs. vi wars).
Beware: one cannot simply walk into forums via teh Interwebz and expect safety.

On the outskirts of Neckbeardistan (IRL natch), you'll find the Renfaire - where some Neckbeardis frolic outdoors, get sun stroke, and possibly laid (huzzah!); while imbibing beer, meade, and authentically gnawing on turkey legs.

"'Swounds! My monitor tan!"

Chief exports of Neckbeardistan are little known facts, hindsight advice, and tech support.
Maybe.
If we closed the border to Neckbeardistan, we would never know how to reboot teh Interwebz!
Neckbeardistan by ggr July 15, 2013

neckbeard 

Talkative, self-important nerdy men (usually age 30 and up) who, through an inability to properly decode social cues, mistake others' strained tolerance of their blather for evidence of their own charm.
Stop being such a neckbeard.
neckbeard by maladiciones August 3, 2010

Neckbeard 

Any human who regularly wears:
A pinstriped fedora
T-shirts with strange metallic looking mid 2000's middle schooler student's idea of a tattoo designs
In-congruently flashy metal jewelry

Interests include My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic, katanas, unrequited affection

Will refer to others as sir/madam/m'lady/sire/miss/overly formal honorifics

Frequently use the word "shall"

Many profile pictures poorly photoshopped to change eye color and background to look more "demonic"

Does not necessarily have to have a beard or any facial hair, though it is typical.
Janet:
He's definitely nice, but his fedora and pony collection lead me to believe he may be a neckbeard.

Should I be concerned?

Brad: Oh, not really. He's harmless, but he might cry and make you feel guilty when you won't touch him.
Neckbeard by spaceboy33 May 29, 2016

Neckbeard Chuckle

Something a person does while sitting in a corner dive bar, probably leaning on an old Jukebox playing indie music or a hipster easel made of repurposed burlap, while watching well-groomed men attempting to pick up opulent females. The action requires a lean just enough to offset one's balance while simultaneously billowing out the stomach for what appears to be the preparation of a boisterous laugh, but instead ends in a silent chuckling motion with a horizontally-facing fist to the mouth.
I went to the corner dive trying to snag some local talent, but some well-composed douche in the corner threw me off with his super distracting neckbeard chuckle.
Neckbeard Chuckle by msacco February 9, 2021

neckbeard 

people typically in their thirties or more, with nothing to do in their lives.

Can be most notably identified by:
- writing name definitions on Urban Diction
Timmy was smashing away on his keyboard, defining the name Jenna on Urban Dictionary: "A marvelous, exquisite manifestation of perfection within individuality... a Jenna is a reincarnation of God hersel-"

His mom busts into the room: "You've been living with me for thirty fucking years Timmy, are you not going to get a job, you fucking neckbeard?"