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Limey
UK
/ˈlaɪmi/
US
/ˈlaɪmi/
Translation limey into russian
limey
Noun
UK
/ˈlaɪmi/
US
/ˈlaɪmi/
The old sailor was a limey who had traveled the world.
Старый моряк был англичанином, который объездил весь мир.
limey
Adjective
UK
/ˈlaɪmi/
US
/ˈlaɪmi/
The limey flavor of the drink was refreshing.
Лаймовый вкус напитка был освежающим.
Definitions
limey
Noun
UK
/ˈlaɪmi/
US
/ˈlaɪmi/
A British sailor, especially one from the Royal Navy, historically referred to as such because of the practice of issuing lime juice to prevent scurvy.
The old limey regaled us with tales of his adventures at sea.
A colloquial term for a British person, often used informally or humorously.
The limey at the pub was telling us about his travels across Europe.
limey
Adjective
UK
/ˈlaɪmi/
US
/ˈlaɪmi/
Having the characteristics or qualities of lime, especially in color or taste.
The limey flavor of the candy made it a refreshing treat on a hot day.