sarnie
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of sarnie
First recorded in 1960–65; probably from sarn-, representing a northern England dialectal pronunciation of the first syllable of sandwich + -ie ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Getting back into bed for a bacon sarnie is not an option for US actor Jennifer Aniston.
From BBC ● Sep. 25, 2017
If you happen to be walking around London in the next four years, try to imagine those 1,000-tonne machines creeping around below your feet, complete with workers having a sarnie in the on-board canteen.
From BBC ● Dec. 19, 2014
As a doctor said in a British newspaper: “I would rather have the occasional bacon sarnie than be 110 and dribbling into my All-Bran.”
From Slate ● Sep. 8, 2014
I think these are the definition of indulgence until we go to Big Ass Sandwiches for its signature ciabatta bun stuffed with roast beef, cheese sauce and hand-cut chips: yes, a steak and chips sarnie.
From The Guardian ● May 30, 2014
"Yeah," Guy says, bringing his sarnie up towards his mouth and focusing on it.
From The Guardian ● Jun. 11, 2013
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