fort en thème

Etymology
Literally, “strong in translation.” Traditionally, students skilled at the school exercises called and  are considered to be the best of all.

Adjective

 * 1)  good at translation (especially into Latin and Ancient Greek)
 * 2)  nerdy

Noun

 * 1)  person who is good at translation (especially into Latin and Ancient Greek)
 * 2)  nerd, egghead