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aussieness

n.
Slang

n. The qualities, habits, or ways of speaking that feel typically Australian. It can describe a person's accent, their relaxed attitude, or their unique sense of humor. This is an informal word.

n. The quality or set of characteristics, mannerisms, and cultural traits perceived as quintessentially Australian.


SIMPLE

His love for surfing shows his Aussieness.

CONTEXTUAL

The documentary explores the concept of modern Aussieness in a country of immigrants.

COMPLEX

Critics argue that the media's portrayal of Aussieness often relies on rural archetypes, ignoring the nation's diverse, urban majority.

Usage

Informal, uncountable noun derived from the noun 'Aussie' and the suffix '-ness'.

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