Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pommy
noun
/ˈpɒmi/
Definition
A slang term used in Australia and New Zealand to refer to a British person, particularly an English person.
Examples
- He’s a real pommy, always talking about the weather back in England.
- They called him a pommy for his strong British accent.
Meaning
The term is often considered informal or derogatory, though it can also be used endearingly in some contexts.
Synonyms
- Brit
- Englishman
- Pom
