"Farmer George" meaning in English

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Proper name

Etymology: In reference to his well-known agricultural hobbies and interests; purportedly in allusion to the derivation of George from Ancient Greek γεωργός (geōrgós, “farmer, earth worker”). Etymology templates: {{der|en|grc|γεωργός||farmer, earth worker}} Ancient Greek γεωργός (geōrgós, “farmer, earth worker”) Head templates: {{en-prop|head=Farmer George}} Farmer George
  1. (historical) A nickname for King George III of the United Kingdom. Tags: historical Synonyms: Mad King George
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