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Definition of westie
westie
/ˈwɛsti/
wes · tie
Plural:westies
westie Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
8
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
2
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• noun
1
An informal name for a West Highland White Terrier, a small breed of dog originating from Scotland and characterized by a wiry white coat and erect ears.
Example
"The energetic little Westie barked excitedly as its owner picked up the leash for their morning walk."
2
Australian A person who lives in the western suburbs of a major city, particularly Sydney, Melbourne, or Auckland (often used with working-class connotations).
Example
"Having grown up in Parramatta, he proudly described himself as a lifelong westie."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Westie. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/westie