hillbilly
hill·billy
noun
1.
a disparaging term for an unsophisticated person
Origin
From hill + billy (“fellow”). Compare Scots chapman billie (“travelling salesman”).
Phrases
- hillbilly heroin
- hillbilly hot tub
- hillbilly jacuzzi
- hillbilly mango
- hillbilly music
- mountain man
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