Yank

Yank

YANK /หˆyank/
Noun United Kingdom

Generally how Brits like to refer to Americans.

Example Sentences

"That's a proper Yank, that is."
"I've never seen such a Yank in all my life."

Etymology & History

British American person. British nationality nickname. 'Bloody Yank' British American. Working-class British sometimes derogatory. From Yankee British abbreviation. Reflects British American vocabulary.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
โœ“
Language
Mild
๐Ÿ’ฌ
Formality
Slang
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