bogtrotter

[ bog-trot-er, bawg- ]

noun

1. a person who lives or travels among bogs.
2. Slang: Disparaging and Offensive. a contemptuous term used to refer to a native or inhabitant of Ireland.

bogtrotter

/ ˈbɒɡˌtrɒtə /

noun

1. a highly offensive term for an Irish person

Word History and Origins

Origin of bogtrotter¹

First recorded in 1675–85; bog ¹ + trotter

Example Sentences

Or perhaps it was a booby-trapped cake and the whole thing would blow up the moment it was cut, taking Bruce Bogtrotter with it.

From Literature

"If I tell you to eat, you will eat! You wanted cake! You stole cake! And now you've got cake! What's more, you're going to eat it! You do not leave this platform and nobody leaves this hall until you have eaten the entire cake that is sitting there in front of you! Do I make myself clear, Bogtrotter? Do you get my meaning?"

From Literature

"Bruce Bogtrotter!" the Trunchbull barked suddenly.

From Literature

Bruce Bogtrotter said, looking genuinely puzzled.

From Literature

"You like my special chocolate cake, don't you, Bogtrotter? It's rich and delicious, isn't it, Bogtrotter?"

From Literature