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Hillbilly

Noun

A hillbilly refers to a person from a rural or mountainous area, often considered to have a simple and unsophisticated lifestyle.

Senses:

1. A person from the rural areas of Appalachia, typically characterized by their distinctive customs, strong regional dialect, and close-knit communities.
2. Informally, a derogatory term for someone perceived as ignorant, uncouth, or backward, often associated with rural areas.

Examples:

• John grew up in the mountains of West Virginia and proudly identifies himself as a hillbilly.
• The stereotype of hillbillies as uneducated persists in some parts of the country.

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