In World of Warcraft, slang for player characters of the Gnome race. Etymologically, it uses the "(habitat)-nigger" formula, a la sand-nigger. Can be abbreviated as "gnigger", pronounced as per the base slur with a silent g.
"Man, I just tried to run SM with four gnomes--I'm never joining a party with so many gear-niggers ever again.
by El Anansi January 1, 2009
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