Oik

//ɔɪk// noun, slang

noun, slang ·Uncommon ·College level

Definitions

Noun

1
a member of the lower classes. Commonwealth, Ireland, UK, slang
"The other three were gifted metal oiks, but Cliff was a musician, schooled in theory, transmitting from a private universe of inspiration and expertise."
2
a person perceived as obnoxious or unintelligent. Commonwealth, Ireland, UK, slang

Antonyms

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toff

Example

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"The other three were gifted metal oiks, but Cliff was a musician, schooled in theory, transmitting from a private universe of inspiration and expertise."

Etymology

Unknown, early 20th century. Possibly onomatopoeic, in imitation of uncultivated speech.

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