fans are slans

Definitions

Science fiction fans are more intelligent and more creative than other people.

dated, slang

Examples

“Under the title "Stfans -- Race⟳ of the Future", Joquel dissects the "fans are slans" theme which back in 1941 was being considered with a surprising amount of seriousness, and comes up with the obvious conclusion of phooey.”

“FANS ARE SLANS Literally understood, "fans are superman mutants" -- or, at least, "fans are smarter than most people" -- but actual semantic content is according to the mood and attitude of the user.”

“"Fans are slans" is a way of saying that we're smarter than other people. (Which is true, actually, but rather impolite to bring⟳ up in mixed company.)”

“Fanish culture is very tribal in nature and overly concerned with superiority as fans are slans.”

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