Latic en · NOUN
Etymology
From a local pronunciation of athletic.
Meanings
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(slang) Someone connected with Wigan Athletic Football Club, as a fan, player, coach etc.
It is 10 months since they lost to the Latics in last season's final, something that the visiting supporters were intent on reminding everyone.
2014 March 9, Jacob Steinberg, “Wigan shock Manchester City in FA Cup again to reach semi-finals”, in The Guardian:
- (slang) Someone connected with Oldham Athletic Football Club, as a fan, player, coach etc.
Forms
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| Latics | Number=Plur | lexicographic |