wizard

English

/ˈwɪ.zəd/, /wɪ.zɚd/

noun
Definitions
  • Someone, usually male, who uses (or has skill with) magic, mystic items, and magical and mystical practices.
  • One who is especially skilled or unusually talented in a particular field.
  • (computing) A computer program or script used to simplify complex operations, often for an inexperienced user.
  • (Internet) One of the administrators of a multi-user dungeon.
  • (obsolete) A wise man; a sage.
  • (internet slang) An adult virgin over the age of 30.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English wysard affix from English wise (way, manner, knowledgeable).

Origin

English

wise

Gloss

way, manner, knowledgeable

Concept
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