Aussie

[aw-see, oz-ee, aw-zee]

noun

Informal.

1. an Australian.

Aussie

/ ˈɒzɪ /

adjective

1. an informal word for Australian Australia

Word History and Origins

Origin of Aussie¹

First recorded in 1890–95; Aus(tralian) + -ie

Example Sentences

He’s a charming Aussie surfer who plays videogames and has a black belt in jujitsu.

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The pair first struck up a connection more than 20 years ago, meeting at the G’Day USA gala in Los Angeles— with an assist from Aussie star Geoffrey Rush.

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When Spurs were winning games, the Aussie's approach of "it's just who we are, mate" went down well with supporters.

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The Wallabies, who compete for domestic talent with Aussie Rules and rugby league clubs, have struggled for depth and consistency in recent years - sliding to sixth in the world rankings.

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Another Aussie, David Warner, will also debut in the competition, playing for London Spirit, where he will be skippered by New Zealand star Kane Williamson.

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