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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A member of the Australian national soccer team, the Socceroos. Australia, attributive, sometimes

   "While still playing for Marconi, just prior to joining Lierse, I had debuted as a Socceroo."

Example

More examples

"While still playing for Marconi, just prior to joining Lierse, I had debuted as a Socceroo."

Etymology

Blend of soccer + kangaroo.

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