Skippy
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See also: skippy
English[edit]
Etymology[edit]
In reference to Skippy the Bush Kangaroo, an Australian television series of the 1960s.
Proper noun[edit]
Skippy
- Nickname given to people of Australian origin by the British.
Usage notes[edit]
- Within Australia, often used by immigrants or people of non-British ancestry to refer to the (often native-born) Anglo-Australians. Outside Australia it may be used to refer to all Australians regardless of ancestry.