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Nerd Signaling

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
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nerd goggles

Cyril: "Here, put these on."
Archer: "No, I'm not wearing nerd goggles!"
by shapiro_slayer_69 July 6, 2019
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Annoying nerd

He's just a freaking Australian nerd, and he's also fat
You know that ayden kid, he's an annoying nerd. What a fatty
by Xo0t January 9, 2019
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superior nerd

A nerd who thinks he/she is better than any other nerd. If you do not like what they like, then they won't give you the time of day. News flash superior nerd, you ain't that great.
Omg Gary is such a superior nerd. He won't even look at me because I never watched Star Wars.
by 73GA March 13, 2017
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Genetic Nerd

When 2 nerdy parents have kids, thus making them nerds, genetically speaking.
Guy1: my parents both have PH. Ds!

Guy2: HA! you're genetic nerd! trollface
by ToxicWaster December 16, 2012
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butt nerd

being of extream nerdyness as to receive an insult, BUTT NERD.
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nerd knock

When two people wearing glasses knock them together while they are making out.
My girlfriend and I had quite a nerd knock going on during our Harry Potter movie marathon.
by toast123 April 23, 2013
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