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Definition

In Australia.

Into Australia; to Australia.

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Origins

Refers to the fact that the Australian continent lies south of, colloquially thought of as 'below' or 'under', the equator.

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In Context

  • "Surfing is a popular sport down under."
  • "We traveled down under for our vacation."
  • "Thank you Boris and I want to thank that fella down under. Thank you very much, pal; appreciate it Mr. Prime Minister."
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See Also

  • stateside
  • land down under
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