NYT Dictionary

TECHIE

/ˈtɛki/
NounAdjectiveGrade 11

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026

Meaning

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

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

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

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

tekki

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 10 recorded puzzles:

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