Word
tim
Phoneticstim
/ˈtɪm/
Definitions
01a person's name
n. a short form of the male name Timothy.
n. a common hypocorism or diminutive form of the masculine given name Timothy.
“My friend Tim is coming over to help me fix my computer tonight.”
“Although his legal documents all list him as Timothy, he has gone by Tim since his early childhood.”
Synonyms
03football supporter
n. a slang name for a fan of the Scottish football team Celtic.
n. a colloquial and often derogatory term for a supporter of Celtic Football Club.
“He has been a proud Tim all his life and never misses a match.”
“The rivalry between the two cities often manifests in heated exchanges between a Tim and a Rangers supporter.”
British English · Slang · Informal
Usage
Often capitalized as it refers to a specific group identity.
Teaching tip
This term is specific to Scottish football culture and can be offensive depending on the context and the speaker's intent.
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