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wiz

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈhwɪz// UK //wˈɪz// wiz Informal Slang Vulgar

n. someone who is incredibly good or fast at doing something, especially with computers or math. It is a short, friendly way to say 'wizard'.

n. An individual possessing exceptional skill or proficiency in a specific area, particularly in technical or academic fields. A clipped form of 'wizard'.


SIMPLE

My brother is a computer wiz and fixed my laptop in minutes.

CONTEXTUAL

We need a math wiz to help us calculate the final budget before the meeting starts.

COMPLEX

The startup's success is largely attributed to their lead developer, a coding wiz who built the entire platform architecture in less than a month.

Synonyms
Etymology 1

Clipping of wizard.

Etymology 2

Onomatopoeic for the sound made by urination.

Etymology 3

See with.

Usage

Often paired with a modifying noun to specify the area of expertise, such as 'computer wiz' or 'math wiz'.

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