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n. A non-technical person; someone not good with computers or technology. Nonch comes from NON-teCHnical.
My mom is a nonch, she can't figure out how to send a text.
nonch by randomtsecretagent October 28, 2010
Shortened version of the phrase “Non-chalant” most commonly used in text
my crush is so nonch
he walked past me so nonchly
Nonch by anonymous January 13, 2025
nonch (adj., slang)
/nänCH/

Definition:
A casual, abbreviated form of nonchalant, used to describe someone who is effortlessly cool, calm, and unconcerned—often in a stylish or slightly dismissive way.

Common in informal speech or text, especially among younger crowds or in creative circles. Can function as a vibe descriptor. May also appear as a noun in stylized contexts (e.g., “He’s pure nonch.”)

Synonyms: chill, unbothered, cool, unfazed
“She pulled up late to the party, totally nonch like nothing happened.”
Nonch by Founding noncher July 24, 2025
Shortened version of nonchalant, coined by Niche creator Notdibdab
Notdibdab was so nonch.
Nonch by Notdibdab May 25, 2026

Nonch fade

A group of men who are most active and attentive towards their specific organization as well as having the most authority towards others
Yea those are all the nonch fade guys
Nonch fade by Prolly wood April 6, 2026

[totes] nonch

1. (adj) An abbreviated form of 'nonchalant'

Used when saying 'nonchalant' could feel too formal but its sentiment needs to be conveyed
Often used in the phrase 'totes nonch'.
Remember - when he comes in, you have to be totes nonch.

There she is, looking all nonch and like she hasn't noticed me...
[totes] nonch by Lady Saa August 18, 2017
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