Offcomer
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Offcomer is a noun meaning (UK) A newcomer to a place.
Meaning
(UK) A newcomer to a place.
Example Sentences
Similarly, there is jokey talk of the possibility of dynamiting offcomer homes in the village (just as the Welsh have done to English cottagers), and of beating up any offcomer who tells tales about Wanet to other offcomers […]
They are offcomers, a neat appellation intended to highlight their lack of local family. This could be reinforced with suitable word associations; 'from down South' was typical, or something implying weirdness such as 'he is into art'.
Word Forms
- offcomers
Synonyms for offcomer
Depending on context, synonyms include come-here, comeling, newling.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include stranger, offcumden, newbie, comeling, freshie, noobie.
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