Synonyms for

Mick

Verb / mɪk / Another word for mick — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Mick is a slang word used to refer to a person of Irish descent.

Synonyms & similar words

mickey paddy mick Irishman Paddy Hibernian Irish Irish-American Shamrock Celt Gael Harp Hiberno- Milesian Myle Sod-buster Caitiff

Synonyms by register

Informal

lad chap bloke guy

Common collocations

  • a mick
  • poor mick
  • lucky mick
  • poor old mick
  • just a mick

Word family

noun mick

Usage note

This word is primarily used as a familiar or affectionate term for a boy or young man, particularly in Ireland. It is generally informal and can sometimes be used ironically or humorously.

Example sentences

  1. My neighbor is a mick and he makes the best corned beef and cabbage.
  2. Some people still use the term mick as a derogatory term.
  3. My favorite character in the movie was the mick with the red hair.
  4. My grandfather was a proud mick and always wore a green tie on St. Patrick's Day.
  5. The mick at the pub was singing traditional Irish songs all night.

Quotes

  • I'm a mick. It's something we do. - Phil Lynott
  • I'm Irish as a person, but I'm not Irish as an actor. My heritage is something I'm proud of, but it's not something I use as a platform to get parts. - Michael Fassbender
  • Being Irish, I always thought castles were romantic, and obviously, they're a bit of a fairytale because they don't exist much anymore. - Lara Flynn Boyle

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