Skippy

See also: skippy

English

Etymology

In reference to Skippy the Bush Kangaroo, an Australian television series of the 1960s.

Proper noun

Skippy

1. Nickname given to people of Australian origin by the British.

Usage notes

• Within Australia, often used by immigrants or people of non-British ancestry to refer to the (often native-born) Anglo-Australians. Outside Australia it may be used to refer to all Australians regardless of ancestry.

See also

• skip
• skippy