2 definitions by Ramblin Man
Someone who professes to know a lot about something although they have no real-world qualifications. Used most often in regards to politics. It may be a well-schooled person, but one who has no real-world experience. I don't know why this is on UrbanDictionary since it's already in Webster's.
"The President is heading toward war despite protests among the political wonks."
"Even the most enlightened music wonks still can't understand why rap is a $100 billion industry."
"Even the most enlightened music wonks still can't understand why rap is a $100 billion industry."
by Ramblin Man August 27, 2004
When children mispronounce a word to create a funny word or faux paus, especially when it sticks. e-roos is an example.
A boy named Patrick is forever known as "Packy" because his friend in kindergarten couldn't pronounce his name. Such kidspeak is common. I thought my daughter would never know that animals are not "aminals."
by Ramblin Man October 15, 2003