Nerd signaling is the conspicuous expression of stereotypical skills or values held by nerds, done primarily with the intent of enhancing social standing among nerds; commonly used as a pejorative characterization to criticize what can be seen as empty, or superficial support, of nerd culture.
"That's the power of math, people!" - Tilly, on Star Trek: Discovery, nerd signaling to every viewer that she's a smartypants just like them
by J.R.N January 26, 2019
Get the Nerd Signalingmug. by HelloDanknessMyOldFriend May 17, 2017
Get the conch signalmug. Commonly mistaken for the “Shaka” sign the woke signal is commonly used by virtue signalling celebrities to show off how cool they are and to assign themselves to “the message”.
The thumb and pinkie finger are extended to create a W which means woke in signal language..
The thumb and pinkie finger are extended to create a W which means woke in signal language..
Anything Brie Larson does
“That guy (insert any name I.e Matt) is so woke (person mentioned throws up the woke signal and unicorns and rainbows appear)”
Sorry this is not the Shaka sign get woke!
“That guy (insert any name I.e Matt) is so woke (person mentioned throws up the woke signal and unicorns and rainbows appear)”
Sorry this is not the Shaka sign get woke!
by DishyElephant August 17, 2021
Get the Woke signalmug. by Jsummers33 December 23, 2016
Get the Shit signalsmug. A signal originally founded from an ancient game, known as "cricket". Now used commonly in the north of England
Can be signalled at any apparent time, but is used most effectively to acknowledge a positive action, or something which a pair or large section of a group found amusing.
The phrase is to be used while partaking in the 4 signal (outstretching one arm away from your body and moving it back, forth, back and forth -- until the arm has moved 4 times), stating the action by name as it is performed.
Individuals who are experienced in signalling 4 will almost certainly develop a personal technique, renowned amongst their peers.
It can be used in 2 different scenarios:
1) Stated while performing the signal in appropriate situation.
2) Typed in bold letters in any chat (Facebook, MSN, text) if face-to-face conversation isn't available but a situation is deemed appropriate.
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Can be signalled at any apparent time, but is used most effectively to acknowledge a positive action, or something which a pair or large section of a group found amusing.
The phrase is to be used while partaking in the 4 signal (outstretching one arm away from your body and moving it back, forth, back and forth -- until the arm has moved 4 times), stating the action by name as it is performed.
Individuals who are experienced in signalling 4 will almost certainly develop a personal technique, renowned amongst their peers.
It can be used in 2 different scenarios:
1) Stated while performing the signal in appropriate situation.
2) Typed in bold letters in any chat (Facebook, MSN, text) if face-to-face conversation isn't available but a situation is deemed appropriate.
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Examples
1) You mean, he just shouted at someone in their car, and they turned around, parked up and threatened to kill him?!
HAHAHA!
Signals 4! (Then instantly performs signal)
2) FACEBOOK CHAT
- So we're definatly on for Saturday?
~ Yeah
- *Signals 4* -- at this point, the person may choose to actually perform a 4 signal on their own, entirely preference.
(*'s indicate bold writing)
1) You mean, he just shouted at someone in their car, and they turned around, parked up and threatened to kill him?!
HAHAHA!
Signals 4! (Then instantly performs signal)
2) FACEBOOK CHAT
- So we're definatly on for Saturday?
~ Yeah
- *Signals 4* -- at this point, the person may choose to actually perform a 4 signal on their own, entirely preference.
(*'s indicate bold writing)
by WhoEvenisDerekLlambias? September 25, 2010
Get the Signals 4mug. Nelk signaling:
I’m soooo drunk rn I did so many shots.
I’m high asf rn I don’t even know what’s going on.
I’m soooo drunk rn I did so many shots.
I’m high asf rn I don’t even know what’s going on.
by Cole77777 November 2, 2022
Get the Nelk Signalingmug. When a straight man gives eye contact for too long with a gay man so quickly grabs his girlfriend's hand.
by Tim Bisley April 19, 2018
Get the Hetero-signallingmug.