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bushie

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • Australian, UK: /ˈbʊʃi/
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1

noun

Meaning 1

Someone who lives in or is familiar with the Australian outback; a bushman or bushwoman.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: Australia, colloquial

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

A political supporter or fan of U.S. President Bush (either Bush 43, or Bush 41, or both Presidents George Bush)

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: US

Topics: government, politics

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Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From bush + -ie.