Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

furriner

Noun

ˈfər-ə-nər

Definition

A colloquial term for a foreigner, often used in a light-hearted or humorous context.

Examples

“I met a furriner at the festival who was fascinated by our traditions.”
“Some locals refer to newcomers as furriners, even if they’ve lived here for years.”

Meaning

The term ‘furriner’ refers to someone from a different country or culture, usually implying that the person is not familiar with the local customs or language.