freak — meaning in English
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English meaning
Senses
freak is used for these senses in English:
- freak (slang, chiefly, derogatory) A person who is extremely abnormal in appearance, social behavior, sexual orientation, gender identity, or business practices; an oddball, a unique person, originally in a displeasing or alienating way.
- geek (colloquial) A person who is intensely interested in a particular field or hobby and often having limited or nonstandard social skills. Often used with an attributive noun.
- geek (colloquial, by extension) An expert in a technical field, particularly one having to do with computers.
freak — full definition
- noun A person, animal, or thing that is highly unusual or abnormal.
- noun A person with an intense enthusiasm for something (informal).
- verb To react with sudden panic, shock, or excitement (often "freak out").
- adj Highly unusual or unexpected.
geek — full definition
- noun A person deeply and enthusiastically interested in a particular subject, often technology, science fiction, or games.
- noun An expert in a technical field, particularly computing.