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(Australian) an uncultured or unsophisticated person from a working-class background, often associated with vulgar tastes, loud behavior, and lowbrow fashion
What is the origin of the term "bogan" and how is it used?
"Bogan" is an Australian English slang term that appeared in the late 20th century, likely in the 1980s. Its exact origin is unclear, but it may have originally referred to people from certain suburban or regional areas perceived as unsophisticated. The term is used to describe someone uncultured or working-class, often associated with vulgar tastes, loud behavior, and lowbrow fashion. It is commonly used in informal, humorous, or critical contexts in Australia. The word is mildly to moderately derogatory and context-dependent: it can insult, mock, or even be reclaimed in self-identification, though it remains casual and informal.
