Aussie

noun

Aus·​sie ˈȯ-sē How to pronounce Aussie (audio)
ˈä-sē,
 British and Australian usually  ˈȯ-zē
: a native or inhabitant of Australia

Examples of Aussie in a Sentence

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Instead of prim shirt dresses and caped gowns, Meghan’s luggage contained relaxed skirts from the affordable Aussie brand Posse, billowing backless maxi dresses, and aviator shades. Kerry McDermott, Vogue, 20 Dec. 2024 Her elitist greed stole an Olympic opportunity from some genuinely deserving young Aussie. Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024 With more than 70 days down, the Aussie creates her own stage on the floor of the Eras Tour bopping to the three-hour setlist. Bryan West, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024 Better Man, helmed by Aussie director Michael Gracey (The Great Showman) landed six noms, including Best Film, Best Director and Best Screenplay, plus lead actor nominations. Max Goldbart, Deadline, 18 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for Aussie 

Word History

Etymology

Australian + -ie

First Known Use

circa 1910, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Aussie was circa 1910

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“Aussie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Aussie. Accessed 9 Jan. 2025.

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