Coalie

English

Etymology

From coalition +‎ -ie.

Noun

Coalie (plural Coalies)

1. (UK, politics, historical, slang) A supporter of the proposed coalition between the Liberal and Conservative Parties.
   • 1971, Alan John Percivale Taylor, Lloyd George: Twelve Essays, page 225:

     Subsequently, the 'Coalie Libs' have suffered a consistently dismal reputation.

   • 2005, Roy Douglas, Liberals, page 188:

     The 'Coalie' Macnamara was opposed by a 'Wee Free' in a triangular contest.

Anagrams

• Æolic, aeolic, coelia, cœlia, Aeolic