Generally how Brits like to refer to Americans.
Yank
Example Sentences
"The Yanks are coming."
"Typical Yank behaviour."
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
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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