One with far-more-than-average knowledge of a subject, such that said subject becomes the ruling force of their life, resulting in a heavily depleted set of social skills; despised and/or pitied by geeks and norms alike.
Typically applied to computers, though any subject is viable for nerd-dom.
Typically applied to computers, though any subject is viable for nerd-dom.
by Samuel Wilkinson April 08, 2004
cf. social retard
A person who lacks social skills. Drawn to anti-social hobbies (video games, reading, role-playing) as a result. Generally believe their unpopularity stems from them being smarter than the rest of us, that they'll grow up to be Bill Gates, etc. In fact, nerds are usually the least well-equipped to deal with life outside of school, and even when they do possess intelligence, still aren't smart enough to learn to express their intelligence in more acceptable ways, i.e. like all the smart people out there who aren't nerds do.
A person who lacks social skills. Drawn to anti-social hobbies (video games, reading, role-playing) as a result. Generally believe their unpopularity stems from them being smarter than the rest of us, that they'll grow up to be Bill Gates, etc. In fact, nerds are usually the least well-equipped to deal with life outside of school, and even when they do possess intelligence, still aren't smart enough to learn to express their intelligence in more acceptable ways, i.e. like all the smart people out there who aren't nerds do.
by bato October 07, 2006
Verb. Giving way, way too much detail to someone about something they almost certainly don't care about in the slightest; often taking a condesending or preachy tone. The content of the nerding is usually, but not isolated to, a persons area of academic interest.
It is common that no-one can actually understand the nerding, not as a result of the complexity of information presented but as a result of the nerds proximity of his/her head to his/her upper, upper colon while speaking.
When this happens someone is said to have 'nerded'.
'Nerding' is a sin commonly commited by students of the computer sciences, of physics, and other area of science, but is also regularly observed in those studying humanities, the arts or nothing at all, who have extracurricular interests such as world of warcraft, comic books, sci-fi or the manufacture of 16th century table legs in northern france.
It is common that no-one can actually understand the nerding, not as a result of the complexity of information presented but as a result of the nerds proximity of his/her head to his/her upper, upper colon while speaking.
When this happens someone is said to have 'nerded'.
'Nerding' is a sin commonly commited by students of the computer sciences, of physics, and other area of science, but is also regularly observed in those studying humanities, the arts or nothing at all, who have extracurricular interests such as world of warcraft, comic books, sci-fi or the manufacture of 16th century table legs in northern france.
Often someone will make the comment "well you just nerded all over that conversation" or "thanks for covering me in nerd"
This is how you can tell someone has had their moment of nerding brought to a needed end, and is your cue to regain consciousness and begin paying attention to what is being said. At this point the conversational theme has decayed to a barrage of deserved abuse directed at the nerd.
I dare not give a direct example of 'nerding' as it may cause you to loose the will to live. If you really need one just ask a nerd how to adjust your IP settings.
I will also point out that it is possible to nerd without knowing if the people you are with are too polite, or just want to bitch about you later. Just look for the tell tale signs that include rolling of the eyes, sideways glances, involuntary actions of fatigue and snoring and in extreme case soiling of one self as to find an excuse to leave.
But these are not always present.
Hell, I may have just nerded all over you.
This is how you can tell someone has had their moment of nerding brought to a needed end, and is your cue to regain consciousness and begin paying attention to what is being said. At this point the conversational theme has decayed to a barrage of deserved abuse directed at the nerd.
I dare not give a direct example of 'nerding' as it may cause you to loose the will to live. If you really need one just ask a nerd how to adjust your IP settings.
I will also point out that it is possible to nerd without knowing if the people you are with are too polite, or just want to bitch about you later. Just look for the tell tale signs that include rolling of the eyes, sideways glances, involuntary actions of fatigue and snoring and in extreme case soiling of one self as to find an excuse to leave.
But these are not always present.
Hell, I may have just nerded all over you.
by BeerSec February 27, 2010
any unpopular person who doesnt give a shit about the way they dress, or how they dont even know what the social ladder is. they dont have to be smart or anything like that, in fact, most nerds are dumbasses who get Cs and Ds and play computer games everyday. this type generally hangs out with more of its own, so you'll be able to spot a crowd. they dont have a fucking idea whats going on around outside of their little world
remember- they dont have to wear glasses
they also include people who post stuff on urban diction everyday, like me
remember- they dont have to wear glasses
they also include people who post stuff on urban diction everyday, like me
nerd- excuse me
guy- shut up nerd
nerd-who are you calling nerd, your the nerd
guy- what the fuck?
nerd- yeah your the nerd you stupid
guy- whatever dumbfuck
nerd- haha you cant say anything crappy loser
guy- shut up nerd
nerd-who are you calling nerd, your the nerd
guy- what the fuck?
nerd- yeah your the nerd you stupid
guy- whatever dumbfuck
nerd- haha you cant say anything crappy loser
by guywhofelloffsocialladder January 07, 2010
by AJM March 15, 2005
interlectually superior people who are comfortable enough in who they are to find more important things to do in life than get wrecked, and gossip endless hours away
by Meady October 06, 2003
A term usually used in a pejorative sense to describe a person who is frequently preoccupied by, and derives pleasure from, intellectual pursuits.
In modern society, carries connotations of spending a lot of time on the computer, excelling academically, and being interested in one or more of the following areas: programming, reading, science, anime and video games.
In this sense, the definition overlaps somewhat with geek. However, nerd is often used to emphasise those who focus more on intellectualism and academia, whereas geeks are more traditionally technology enthusiasts and video gamers.
They normally have idiosyncratic and eccentric personalities and have little interest in following social norms. As such, they are ostracized by the majority of society as being weak, pathetic and unpopular. They also tend to be introverts.
Some nerds, as well as geeks, can become insecure as a result of their frequent social exclusion. However, many others are not entirely oblivious to social rituals but indifferent, seeing them as ultimately pointless and refusing to participate except where necessary.
While many nerds seem to think that they will ascend to the top of the societal food chain due to their intelligence, this is not entirely true. There are intelligent people who are not nerds, and while intelligence is usually necessary to advance to a 'successful' position within society, the determination to apply that intelligence is also required.
In modern society, carries connotations of spending a lot of time on the computer, excelling academically, and being interested in one or more of the following areas: programming, reading, science, anime and video games.
In this sense, the definition overlaps somewhat with geek. However, nerd is often used to emphasise those who focus more on intellectualism and academia, whereas geeks are more traditionally technology enthusiasts and video gamers.
They normally have idiosyncratic and eccentric personalities and have little interest in following social norms. As such, they are ostracized by the majority of society as being weak, pathetic and unpopular. They also tend to be introverts.
Some nerds, as well as geeks, can become insecure as a result of their frequent social exclusion. However, many others are not entirely oblivious to social rituals but indifferent, seeing them as ultimately pointless and refusing to participate except where necessary.
While many nerds seem to think that they will ascend to the top of the societal food chain due to their intelligence, this is not entirely true. There are intelligent people who are not nerds, and while intelligence is usually necessary to advance to a 'successful' position within society, the determination to apply that intelligence is also required.
Going by the definition above I am both a geek and a nerd, though care little for the terminology as it only serves to describe, and not define, my personality.
by Aeon_Flux October 29, 2009