"netpicking" meaning in All languages combined

See netpicking on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Etymology: Blend of net + nitpicking Etymology templates: {{blend|en|net|nitpicking}} Blend of net + nitpicking Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} netpicking (uncountable)
  1. (Internet slang, fandom slang) nitpicking on the Internet, usually regarding minor mistakes in a film, television series, etc. Tags: Internet, slang, uncountable
    Sense id: en-netpicking-en-noun-g1jHG-VC Categories (other): English blends, English entries with incorrect language header Topics: lifestyle

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