A nerd with an odd but unmistakable air of cuteness about him/her. The traits of a nerdball are the same as those of a normal nerd, but are somehow endearing instead of irksome.
noun
A form of conversational masturbation centered around niche subject matter and characterized by obscure-knowledge gamesmanship, hypothetical scenarios, and ingroup/outgroup verbal coding. Frequently results in the derailment of more balanced and inclusive group social interactions.
verb
To engage in nerdball.
NOTE: Conversation topics qualifying for nerdball are fluid and context-dependent. They may include, but are not limited to, superheroes, science fiction and fantasy, TV shows, sports, fashion, academia, science, and politics.
The party was fun until Jack and Kevin started playing nerdball at the dinner table and alienated all my work friends.
By Phyllida
Nerdball
possibly the best game ever, consists of 4-9 squares, sometimes called downball or often know as 4 square.
Noun
1. A person who participates in competitive games that are niche and most often, though not exclusively based on fiction. Examples include Quidditch, Battle Games/LARPs, Jugger.
2. An attendee of nerdball events.
"I found out why Nick doesn't come to watch rugby with us. He plays Exodus on Friday nights. Never knew he was a Nerdballer."
