"tacticool" meaning in All languages combined

See tacticool on Wiktionary

Adjective [English]

Etymology: Blend of tactical + cool Etymology templates: {{blend|en|tactical|cool}} Blend of tactical + cool Head templates: {{en-adj|-}} tacticool (not comparable)
  1. (slang) Having the impressive appearance, but not the functionality, of tactical military equipment, or being functional but also risibly tryhard about badass appearance. Tags: not-comparable, slang Related terms: mall ninja
    Sense id: en-tacticool-en-adj-2mae5EnK Categories (other): English blends, English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry
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