a person, animal, or thing with an unusual physical abnormality; an enthusiast or fanatic
origin uncertain, possibly from Middle English 'freke' meaning 'bold man', or related to 'freckle'
The word 'freak' has done a complete 180 - from describing circus performers to being reclaimed as a badge of honor by subcultures and enthusiasts!
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