e-tard

Definition

Someone who lacks basic technological competence or digital literacy; unable to navigate even elementary computer functions. The tech-incompetent friend who always needs password resets.

Example Usage

My uncle is such an e-tard—he still doesn't know how to attach a file to an email.

Source: Urban Dictionary (https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=e-tard&defid=6756)

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