Newfie

American

[noo-fee, nyoo-] / ˈnu fi, ˈnyu- /

noun

Also called Newf. a term used to refer to a native or inhabitant of Newfoundland; Newfoundlander.
the Canadian province of Newfoundland.

adjective

of or relating to Newfoundland.

Newfie British

/ ˈnjuːfɪ /

noun

a native or inhabitant of Newfoundland
the island of Newfoundland

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Etymology

Origin of Newfie

Newf(oundland) + -ie

Example Sentences

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Sometimes Alan would email me stock photos of a Newfie having a swim, and we would joke about a fantasy trip to Newfoundland, home of the nicest dogs around.

From New York Times • Aug. 11, 2016

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