"nerdvana" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: Blend of nerd + nirvana. Etymology templates: {{blend|en|nerd|nirvana}} Blend of nerd + nirvana Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} nerdvana (uncountable)
  1. (slang) A place or state of happiness and fulfillment for nerds. Tags: slang, uncountable Synonyms: Nerdvana
    Sense id: en-nerdvana-en-noun--C6qo~ZO Categories (other): English blends, English entries with incorrect language header

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