Mutated contraction
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A mutated contraction is an etymological phenomenon when a new word or slang term develops when a longer word is shortened and slightly altered. Many mutated contractions are considered offensive and disrespectful.
[edit] Examples of Mutated Contractions
- Newfie, for Newfoundlander
- Fundie, for Fundamentalist, considered derogatory
- Packie, for Pakistani, considered a racial insult
- Servo, for Service station