Dickey Sam
Liverpool slang from at least the early 19th century for a native-born Liverpudlian, as distinct from more recent arrivals.
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Liverpool slang from at least the early 19th century for a native-born Liverpudlian, as distinct from more recent arrivals. The origin is debated — theories include a reference to dockhands named Sam, or from 'Dickey' as a generic nickname. It carries local pride and was common in the city's maritime working-class culture.
He'd never been further than Chester his whole life — a proper Dickey Sam through and through.
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(UK, archaic, slang) A Liverpudlian.
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