dweeb

noun \ˈdwēb\

: a person who behaves awkwardly around other people and usually has unstylish hair, clothes, etc.

Full Definition of DWEEB

slang

: an unattractive, insignificant, or inept person

— dweeb·ish \ˈdwē-bish\ adjective, slang

— dweeby \-bē\ adjective, slang

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First Known Use: 1964

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