To temporarily enter techno-nerd mode while in a non-hackish
context, for example at parties held near computer equipment.
Especially used when you need to do or say something highly
technical and don't have time to explain: "Pardon me while I
geek out for a moment."
See computer geek, propeller head.
[Jargon File]
(1995-01-18)
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