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yokel

yo·kel [ yṓk'l ] (plural yo·kels)


noun 
Definition:
 
an offensive term that deliberately insults a country dweller by suggesting that he or she lacks the sophistication, education, or other qualities thought characteristic of city dwellers ( insult )

[Early 19th century. Origin ?]

yo·kel·ish adjective
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