Welsh
People from Wales, a nation that is part of the United Kingdom.
| Term | Origin | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Taffy | Used against Welsh people. From the name Dafydd, the Welsh form of David, a common Welsh name. References a Welsh stereotype from a nursery rhyme about Taffy the thief. | |
| Welsher | Used against Welsh people, meaning someone who defaults on a bet or fails to honor an obligation. The term implies the Welsh are untrustworthy, though the etymological link to Wales is disputed. | |
| Woolyback | NW England origins. Lots of sheep in Wales. |