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Complete Definition of "Smoggy"

English
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Etymology
From term|smog, the fumes given off from large industrial areas and buildings, for which Middlesbrough is famous.

Noun
en-noun|Smogg|ies

  1. pejorative A person from Middlesbrough.

Usage notes
Originally considered to be offensive, but more recently has been adopted by the people of Middlesbrough when referring to themselves and in this context is no longer considered offensive.

Category:Geordie
Category:Northern English dialect
Category:Northumbrian

ru:Smoggy

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