fagidiot

Danish

[ˈfɑw.ˌidiˈoˀd̥]

noun
Definitions
  • fachidiot; someone with encompassing knowledge of a subject, but lacking knowledge outside of their subject, often looking at problems through the lens of their speciality
  • nerd, geek

Etymology

Compound from Danish fag (profession, trade, subject, craft) + Danish idiot.

Origin

Danish

idiot

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