General
oz
What does oz mean?
Australia; also 'Aussie' as adjective/noun.
"She's moving back to Oz next year."
Origin
Phonetic shortening of 'Aus(tralia)'.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'Oz' mean?
Oz is an informal name for Australia, coming from the way 'Aus' (short for Australia) is pronounced.
Why is Australia called 'Oz'?
It's a phonetic spelling of 'Aus', the common shortening of Australia, which sounds like 'Oz' when said aloud.
Does 'Oz' have anything to do with The Wizard of Oz?
No, the nickname comes purely from the pronunciation of 'Aus'; the coincidence with the fictional Land of Oz is unrelated.
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