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nerf

Pronunciation: /nɜːf/

The English word “nerf” has 4 meanings listed here.

verb

  1. To bump lightly, whether accidentally or purposefully.
  2. To change a mechanic, an ability, or a character in a video game in order to make less efficacious.
  3. To arbitrarily limit or reduce the capability of.

noun

  1. The deterioration, weakening or worsening of a character, a weapon, a spell, etc.

Etymology

Circa 1950s?

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