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techie

noun

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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /ˈtɛki/

adj

Etymology: Variant of tetchy, of uncertain etymology.

  1. Alternative form of tetchy.

noun

Etymology: From tech + -ie (q.v.). Compare techy and yuppie.

  1. One who works with, or has an interest in, technology or computers.

    Cyberflirts are also looking for men and women who are intelligent. The internet is a techie magnet. It's only natural that those drawn to the web are also drawn to people who are quick-witted, perceptive and astute.

    He began giving parties in a loft on Broadway at Houston Street, with artists, techies and other downtowners.

  2. A person who works on the technical side of events.