Word: NURDS
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Definition of NURDS
- (sometimes derogatory) A person who is intellectual but generally introverted
- (sometimes derogatory) One who has an intense, obsessive interest in something.
"a comic-book nerd"
- An unattractive, socially awkward, annoying, undesirable, and/or boring, person; a dork.
"Nerds seem to have fun with each other, but in a way that causes others to laugh at them."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
While its precise historical etymology is unclear, it conforms to typical English phonetic and structural rules.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "nurds" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "nurds", surprising the rest of the board members."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is NURDS a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is NURDS worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in NURDS? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing NURDS:
- # the nurds effect
- # master of nurds
- # playing with nurds
- # in terms of nurds
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