The difference between Limey and Pom
When used as nouns, limey means an englishman or other briton, or a person of british descent, whereas pom means an englishman, a briton.
Limey is also adjective with the meaning: resembling limes (the fruit).
check bellow for the other definitions of Limey and Pom
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Limey as an adjective:
Resembling limes (the fruit); lime-like.
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Limey as an adjective:
Of, or pertaining to, limes (the fruit).
Examples:
"This drink is full of limey goodness."
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Limey as a noun (US, slang):
An Englishman or other Briton, or a person of British descent.
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Pom as a noun (Australia, South Africa, New Zealand, sometimes pejorative):
An Englishman, a Briton; a person of British descent.
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Pom as a noun (cocktail):
An American alcoholic drink containing vodka and pomegranate juice.