Neckbeard Culture
Noun · Hacker Culture
Definitions
A mocking label for insular, socially awkward, self-important behavior stereotypically associated with certain online male geek subcultures. In tech conversations it is usually used critically to call out elitism, poor social norms, or exclusionary attitudes.
In plain English: A negative stereotype for elitist, awkward, and exclusionary internet-geek behavior.
Example: "The forum lost newcomers fast because the moderation tolerated too much neckbeard culture."