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Smoggy
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smoggy
English
Smoggie
Etymology
From en smog, the fumes given off from large industrial areas and buildings, for which Middlesbrough is famous.
Pronunciation
en ɒɡi 2
Noun
en sometimes pejorative A person from Middlesbrough.
Usage notes
Originally considered to be offensive, but more recently has been adopted by the people of Middlesbrough when referring to themselves and in this context is no longer considered offensive.
en informal demonyms
en British demonyms