Gadgie
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɡæd͡ʒi/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Gadgie is a noun meaning (Scotland, Geordie, Mackem, Teesside) A man.
Meaning
(Scotland, Geordie, Mackem, Teesside) A man.
More Meanings
- (Scotland, especially Dundee, derogatory) A person who is poorly educated and engages in hooliganism, petty criminality or loutish behaviour. This usage sometimes carries the connotation of youth.
Example Sentences
They also said (many times) “Fuck” and “Some gadgie's just knacked me 'ouse.”
"He's in a wheelchair." Cobb took a large gulp from the bottle, showed his teeth. "How dangerous can a gadgie in a wheelchair be, eh?"
Word Forms
- gadgies
- gadgy
- gadgee
- gadge
Synonyms for gadgie
Depending on context, synonyms include bloke, bro, broski, bruh, cat, chap.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include mannie, laddie, gillie, caddie, tatty, gala.
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