Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

swaggie

noun

/ˈswæɡi/

Definition

A term used to refer to a swagman, especially in Australia, who carries their belongings in a swag (a bundle of personal belongings rolled up in a blanket) and often travels on foot.

Examples

On his journey across the outback, the swaggie shared stories of his adventures.
The swaggie rested beneath a tree, enjoying the shade on a hot day.
Many swaggies have become a symbol of the wandering spirit of Australia.

Meaning

The word ‘swaggie’ evokes images of an itinerant worker or traveler who roams the countryside, carrying their own shelter and provisions, often a figure in Australian folklore.