techie

noun tech·ie \ˈte-kē\

: someone who knows a lot about technology

Full Definition of TECHIE

: a person who is very knowledgeable or enthusiastic about technology and especially high technology

— techie adjective

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by shortening & alteration from technician

First Known Use: 1970

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