techie

noun

tech·​ie ˈte-kē 

: a person who is very knowledgeable or enthusiastic about technology and especially high technology

techie adjective

Examples of techie in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

OpenAI’s foray into hardware has transfixed techies for more than a year, with speculation about the AI company’s forthcoming mystery gadget ranging from a smart speaker to a wearable device. — Emily Forlini, Fortune, 27 July 2026

Here, wealthy techies rub elbows with artists living on houseboats anchored in Richardson Bay. — Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 7 June 2026

In concluding remarks, Hao asked each panelist what inspired techies should be focusing on now. — John Werner, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026

Many were seemingly furious about San Francisco techies or the concept of polyamory. — Boone Ashworth, Wired News, 30 Apr. 2026

Word History

Etymology

tech- (in technology, technician) + -ie

First Known Use

1970, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for techie

• becky