Associations to the word «Pogey»
Noun
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Wiktionary
POGEY, noun. (chiefly historical) (countable) A poorhouse, workhouse, welfare office, charity hostel, etc.
POGEY, noun. (Canada) (slang) (uncountable) (often with the) Government financial assistance, particularly employment insurance.
Dictionary definition
POGEY, noun. Money received from the state.
Wise words
Many a true word is spoken in jest.