1338

Definition

A nerd-speak phrase claiming to be 'just that much better than 1337'—the kind of meta internet humor that only makes sense if you already know what leet-speak is.

Example Usage

My gaming skills are 1338—way better than average.

Source: Urban Dictionary (https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=1338&defid=9205)

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