nettie

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English

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Pronunciation

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Etymology 1

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See netty.

Noun

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nettie (plural netties)

  1. (Geordie and Wearside) Alternative form of netty: an outhouse; a lavatory; a toilet.
References
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  • Newcastle 1970s, Scott Dobson and Dick Irwin, [1]
  • Todd's Geordie Words and Phrases, George Todd, Newcastle, 1977[2]

Etymology 2

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From net +‎ -ie, on the model of Trekkie.

Noun

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nettie (plural netties)

  1. (Internet, informal) An Internet user, particularly a Usenet user. [from 1985]
    • 1985 May 13, Andrew Vare, “L.A. Drivers”, in net.flame[3] (Usenet):
      Any nettie ever driven in Los Angeles?
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