zoomies
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
Nontechnical units of radiation, such as are present in a compartment containing or near nuclear weapons or a nuclear reactor, or are picked up on a dosimeter.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
I wouldn't go back there unless you want to get some zoomies!
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “zoomies” mean?
Nontechnical units of radiation, such as are present in a compartment containing or near nuclear weapons or a nuclear reactor, or are picked up on a dosimeter.
Is “zoomies” formal or informal?
zoomies is generally slang.