Definition of lamer

lamer

noun

• An annoying fool; idiot. (Used extensively on IRC).

  He is such a lamer.

  Last edited on Mar 03 1999. Submitted by Steve C. from Australia on Mar 03 1999.

• A geek or social loser. Also used as Lame-ass. Origin: Hackerspeak.

  He is such a lamer.

  Last edited on Dec 18 2000. Submitted by Allen G. on Dec 18 2000.

• a person unskilled in computer use. Contract with elite.
  • See more words with the same meaning: computer slang.

  Last edited on Aug 14 2009. Submitted by WalterGR (via TheJargonFile) on Aug 14 2009.

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zomfg	Definitions include: "Oh my fucking God."
sneakernet	Definitions include: a metaphorical computer network for data transfer.
whiz-bang	Definitions include: impressive or flashy.
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2	Definitions include: "to".
propeller head	Definitions include: a geek.
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OT	Definitions include: acronym for "off-topic".
FWIU	Definitions include: "from what I understand".
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Other terms relating to 'lame':
He's got lame	Definitions include: He's got lame!
lame	Definitions include: boring, dull, uninspired.
lame-*ss	Definitions include: a disliked person.
lame-brain	Definitions include: an unintelligent person.
lame-o	Definitions include: a lame person.
lame sauce	Definitions include: something lame.
LAMF	Definitions include: acronym for "lame-ass mother fucker".

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