General
geardo
What does geardo mean?
A service member who spends excessive money on non-issue gear and gadgets.
"The geardo showed up with a thousand dollars of kit he'll never use."
Origin
Modern U.S. Army slang; blend of 'gear' and 'weirdo.'
Frequently asked questions
What is a geardo?
A geardo is a service member obsessed with buying tactical gear and gadgets, often spending heavily on non-issue kit.
Where does the word geardo come from?
It is modern U.S. Army slang, a blend of 'gear' and 'weirdo.'
Is calling someone a geardo an insult?
It is mostly teasing and often good-natured, poking fun at how much money and enthusiasm someone pours into their equipment.
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