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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

pollies

/ˈpɒliːz/ noun · British & US
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What does pollies mean?

noun

Pollies are informal terms for politicians, often used in Australian English. They can also refer to small marine animals, such as polychaete worms.

Example

"The pollies in the government were struggling to pass the new bill."

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