Definition

Someone who's earnestly uncool in an endearing way—often a covert compliment wrapped in teasing, since calling someone dorky might secretly mean they're kind of cute.

Example Usage

You're so dorky with those Star Wars action figures, but honestly I think it's adorable.

Source: Urban Dictionary (https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=dorky&defid=15314495)

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