mozzie

See also Mozzie

English

Etymology

Form of mossie (“diminutive of mosquito”).

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA: /ˈmɒz.i/, X-SAMPA: /"mQz.i/
• Rhymes: -ɒzi

Noun

mozzie (plural mozzies)

1. (UK, Australia, New Zealand) Alternative form of mossie (“mosquito”).
   • 2012, John Basham, Caravan Survival Guide, Explore Australia Publishing, unnumbered page,

     As they can carry some dreadful diseases, mozzie defence is very important. It seems the types of mozzies and midges change from area to area.