noun
General Slang
Gadgie
/ˈɡadʒi/ · noun · slang
A man or bloke — often a rough or scruffy one — in the northeast and Scotland.
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Definitions
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Used like 'mate' or 'pal' when addressing someone.
“Awright gadgie, you good?”
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2
A rough, loutish, or scruffy man (often slightly mocking).
“A right gadgie kicked off outside the chippy.”
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3
A man or fella, neutral in Scotland and the northeast.
“Some gadgie asked me for directions.”
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Gadgie In A Sentence
There's a gadgie at the door for ye.
Two gadgies were arguing over a taxi.
Cheers gadgie, appreciate the help.
Origin & Usage
From Angloromani 'gadji' (a non-Roma man), absorbed into northeast English and Scots dialect. Meaning ranges from neutral 'bloke' to a faintly mocking 'rough lad'.
People Also Ask
What does 'gadgie' mean?
It's northeast and Scottish slang for a man or bloke, sometimes implying a rough or scruffy one.
Is 'gadgie' an insult?
It can be mildly mocking depending on tone, but it's often just a neutral word for a fella.
Where does 'gadgie' come from?
From the Romani word 'gadji' meaning a non-Roma man, adopted into northern English dialect.
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