meatspacer

Meatspacer is a colloquial term used to describe an individual who exhibits a lower level of comfort and proficiency when it comes to working, collaborating, or interacting in the digital world. The term is derived from the concept of the physical or "meat" space, contrasting it with the virtual or digital realm.

Meatspacers typically prefer and may feel more at ease engaging in face-to-face interactions and traditional, offline methods of communication and collaboration. They may demonstrate limited familiarity with various digital technologies, online platforms, and social media tools, often preferring to rely on more conventional means of communication, such as phone calls, in-person meetings, or written correspondence.

This preference for the physical world over the digital one might be rooted in various factors, including generational differences, limited exposure to technology, or personal preferences. Meatspacers might find the fast-paced and ever-evolving nature of the digital environment overwhelming, leading them to lean towards more familiar and predictable methods of communication and interaction.

During the team meeting, John, a self-professed meatspacer, requested that important decisions be discussed in person rather than over email or video calls.

The "return to office" movement is driven by predominantly by meatspacers because zoom just doesn't provide the meatspace experience.