This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, December 2, 2025 (68 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
L _ _ _ _
First and last letters
L _ _ _ R
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About the answer
LAMER as a word: (slang, derogatory, demoscene, gaming, warez, dated) A person lacking in maturity, social skills, technical competence or intelligence; A surname.
LAMER has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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