deafie

English

Etymology

From deaf +‎ -ie.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈdɛ.fi/
  • Audio (General Australian):(file)
  • Rhymes: -ɛfi
  • Hyphenation: deaf‧ie

Noun

deafie (plural deafies)

  1. (endearing or derogatory, slang) A deaf person.
    Antonym: hearie
    Coordinate term: blindie

Usage notes

  • The term is acceptable as used within the Deaf community, but otherwise likely to offend.

Translations

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