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Word

aussies

Definition

n. people from Australia. This is a friendly, informal name for Australians.

n. informal term for people of Australian nationality or origin.

Examples

“The Aussies won the cricket match yesterday.”

“During the summer holidays, many Aussies head to the coast to enjoy the surf and sun.”

Examples

simple

“The Aussies won the cricket match yesterday.”

contextual

“During the summer holidays, many Aussies head to the coast to enjoy the surf and sun.”

Usage

Always capitalized. As a plural noun, it takes a plural verb agreement.

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Level
B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency
Occasional
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