deafie

English edit

Etymology edit

deaf +‎ -ie

Pronunciation edit

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Noun edit

deafie (plural deafies)

(slang) A deaf person.
Antonym: hearie

Coordinate term: blindie

Usage notes edit

This is acceptable, not derogatory, as used within the Deaf community, but otherwise likely to offend.

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