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Natural Intelligence (NI)

/ɛn aɪ/
noun

Abbreviation for Natural Intelligence.
The cognitive capabilities and problem-solving skills possessed by biological entities, including humans and animals, as a result of evolution and learning.
The organic counterpart to Artificial Intelligence (AI), encompassing abilities such as reasoning, perception, learning, and adaptation that occur in biological neural networks.
Origin: Early 21st century: from the initial letters of Natural Intelligence.
Usage: Often used in discussions contrasting biological and artificial forms of intelligence.
"The knights who say 'NI' demonstrated remarkable problem-solving skills by demanding a shrubbery as tribute."
"While Artificial Intelligence (AI) excels at processing large datasets, Natural Intelligence (NI) still reigns supreme in understanding the airspeed velocity of an unladen swallow."
"Researchers debate whether NI or AI will be more adept at discerning the true meaning of 'Ekky-ekky-ekky-ekky-ptang-zoom-boing.'"
by Clyde Greentree July 7, 2024
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Natural Intelligence (NI)

/ˈnætʃərəl ɪnˈtelɪdʒəns/ (ɛn aɪ or ni )
noun

The cognitive capabilities and problem-solving skills possessed by biological entities, including humans and animals, as a result of evolution and learning.
The organic counterpart to Artificial Intelligence (AI), encompassing abilities such as reasoning, perception, learning, and adaptation that occur in biological neural networks.
The inherent capacity for thought, understanding, and decision-making found in living organisms.

Abbreviation: NI
Origin: Early 21st century: combination of 'natural', referring to biological systems, and 'intelligence', the ability to acquire and apply knowledge and skills. The alternative pronunciation "nee" for the abbreviation is influenced by popular culture references.
Usage: Often used in discussions contrasting biological and artificial forms of intelligence in scientific and technological contexts. The pronunciation of the abbreviation may vary based on context or cultural references.
"The Knights Who Say 'Ni' showcased their Natural Intelligence (NI) by adapting their demands from shrubberies to herring-based challenges."
"In the debate of silicon versus carbon-based cognition, Natural Intelligence (NI) still holds the upper hand in appreciating the subtle humor of coconut-based percussion in medieval settings."
"Researchers are exploring whether Natural Intelligence (NI) or Artificial Intelligence would be better at determining the exact shade of an unladen swallow."
by Clyde Greentree July 7, 2024
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feel like slapping a ni**a

To express feeling sad, upset or even angry; to have a bad day
- What's up bro? Feeling a little upset today, I see?
- Man, I don't wanna talk about it really.
- What's going on bro?
- Don't know man. I just feel like slapping a ni**a today.
by Qubs_J April 18, 2025
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NI

when someone is being over emotional about a meme they saw online.
wowww... Harry is being soo NI right now..
by Saint Miku Magdalene May 12, 2025
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Ni-shaad

She is a very hot person but can be a really bad bitch if she has time. Born in April and is famous on one or more social media platforms.

She's been through alot but one person stuck with her through everything.
Listens to Billie Eilish.
Ni-shaad is literally perfect.
by ZaddyBoat November 22, 2021
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Cig-nis

A cigarette shoved into the urethra of a penis to smoke it while giving head, painfully burning the urethra to also warm the cum.
“Yeah, I delivered a good cig-nis last night, maybe i’ll try a cigar next time.”
by Gloibchuncher May 24, 2024
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She Ni Atata Ah

When someone is absolutely dumbfounded, completely and utterly gobsmacked and considerably shaken up by something someone else said or did
Wow dude She Ni Atata Ah
by Ailwej111 May 30, 2024
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