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

Recent Examples on the Web As for whether Prime Video Australia is interested in co-productions, Christie pointed out that Narrow Road and Top End Bub would be sold internationally, with Amazon holding Aussie rights, while Deadloch rolls out in all territories. Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 12 July 2024 The trucks are slated to be made locally and re-engineered in Australia for right-side, Aussie drivers. Madalyn Mendoza, Axios, 9 July 2024 City Winner Sydney This Aussie city is perpetually on the list, often in the No. 1 spot. Devorah Lev-Tov, Travel + Leisure, 9 July 2024 Stunning courses, perfect weather for a little getaway and lucky enough to run into a couple of Aussie legends! Jolene Latimer, Peoplemag, 8 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for Aussie 

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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 27 Jul. 2024.

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