Aspie

American  

[as-pee] / ˈæs pi /

Or aspie

noun

Slang.

1. a person with Asperger syndrome (often used attributively).

   Their experiences as Aspies will resonate with many people on the spectrum.

   I bonded quickly with her aspie sister, as we had many of the same interests.

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Etymology

Origin of Aspie

First recorded in 1995–2000; Asp(erger syndrome) ( def. ) + -ie ( def. )

Example Sentences

As the parent of an "Aspie", Asperger's insights were the only thing that made it possible for me to understand my child and then identify the correct therapies and educational setting.

From New York Times • Apr. 19, 2018

As the selling point here is the show’s take on autism, however, Sam is a somewhat newer, increasingly popular stock character — the high-functioning Aspie.

From Salon • Aug. 7, 2017

If we all have spectrum tendencies and Aspie moments, then the labels no longer have much use as medical categories.

From The New Yorker • Jan. 25, 2016

What’s the best thing to do to become a better sister to my undiagnosed Aspie brother!

From Slate • Oct. 21, 2015

Aspie, a term used for savoury jelly, in which cold poultry, meat, &c., is often served.

From The Jewish Manual Practical Information in Jewish and Modern Cookery with a Collection of Valuable Recipes & Hints Relating to the Toilette by Montefiore, Judith Cohen, Lady