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basement dweller

Noun

Meaning

(informal, derogatory) A nerd or geek; a person lacking a social life.

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see basement,‎ dweller.

basement-dweller (plural basement-dwellers)

(sometimes derogatory) An adult who lives in their parents' house (stereotypically in their basement); often with implications of idleness or social awkwardness.

Source: en.wiktionary.org

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basement-dweller

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