nerk en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈnɜːk/ (Received-Pronunciation)
- /ˈnɜɹk/ (General-American)
Etymology
Blend of nerd + jerk? Compare neek.
Meanings
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(derogatory, slang) A stupid or objectionable person.
The real Socialists lost that election. They lose council elections too. They always lose elections, which, in view of the kind of nerks who often do get elected, is a shame.
1987, Punch, volume 293, numbers 7662-7669, page 30:Plants understand more than that. The celery in Barbara's sandwiches has a greater grasp of it than you, you nerk.
1980, Brian Thompson, Tishoo, a Play, page 21:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| nerks | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Translations (3)
mk глу́пак (stupid or objectionable person) · mk то́кмак (stupid or objectionable person) · mk а́кмак (stupid or objectionable person)