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Bergie

British  
/ ˈbɜːɡɪ /

noun

  1. slang a vagabond, esp one living on the slopes of Table Mountain in the Western Cape province of South Africa

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Etymology

Origin of Bergie

from Afrikaans berg mountain

Example Sentences

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“The other thing is he wants to be on offense, so if you play him with one really intelligent defensive player, as well, like Bergie, it helps him out.”

From Seattle Times

Even before the renovation work on Bergie’s interior was completed, the owners, after getting a permit from the city, set up outdoor seats and tables on the sidewalk for the Hard Rock’s first outdoor concert, headlined by the rock groups Goo Goo Dolls and Daughtry.

From Washington Times

Bergie’s new location, at 201 Fourth St., covers part of three buildings.

From Washington Times

“I thought Bergie scored just before,” Recchi said.

From Newsweek