Geek

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A geek is a person seen as eccentric, awkward, and non-mainstream. In contemporary usage, the term more specifically refers to someone who is obsessed with a particular hobby or intellectual pursuit. Historically, the word had a generally pejorative meaning, describing a "peculiar person, especially one who is perceived to be overly intellectual, unfashionable, boring, or socially awkward". In the 21st century, the term was reclaimed and increasingly used by people to describe themselves with pride, particularly within fandoms. This newer definition typically refers to "someone who is interested in a subject (usually intellectual or complex) for its own sake". The term is sometimes, though not always, used as a synonym for nerd.

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