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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

lurker

/ˈlɜːrkər/ noun · British & US
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What does lurker mean?

noun

A person who secretly observes or participates in an online community, forum, or social media platform without revealing their identity. A person who lurks in the background, often waiting for an opportunity to act.

Example

"The forum moderator noticed a lurker who had been reading the thread for hours without contributing to the discussion."

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