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Gadgie

/ˈɡæd͡ʒi/ · noun

Meaning

(Scotland, Geordie, Mackem, Teesside) A man..

Definitions by Sense

  1. (Scotland, Geordie, Mackem, Teesside) A man.
  2. (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?"

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does gadgie mean?

Gadgie means (Scotland, Geordie, Mackem, Teesside) A man..

What is a synonym for gadgie?

Common synonyms include bloke, boy, bro, broski.

What is the opposite of gadgie?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use gadgie in a sentence?

They also said (many times) “Fuck” and “Some gadgie's just knacked me 'ouse.”

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