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newy en · NOUN

Etymology

From new + -y.

Meanings

  1. (South-Africa, slang) Shorthand for a number of different cities that start with "New", such as Newcastle, New Haven, or New York
    • Let's go into Newy and catch a movie.
  2. (South-Africa, slang) Newport brand menthol cigarette
    • Can I have a newy from your pack?
  3. (Australia, slang) Newcastle, New South Wales
    • Lets go to Newy for a skate

Forms

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newies Number=Plur lexicographic
newie alternative lexicographic