"Toffee" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Forms: Toffees [plural]
Etymology: In reference to two toffee shops that were located in Everton village at the time the club was founded. Head templates: {{en-noun}} Toffee (plural Toffees)
  1. (informal, UK, soccer) A fan or member of Everton F.C.. Tags: UK, informal Categories (topical): Fans (people), Football (soccer) Synonyms: Toffeeman

Inflected forms

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