"gatsby" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: gatsbies [plural]
Etymology: From Gatsby, named after the protagonist of the novel The Great Gatsby. Etymology templates: {{m|en|Gatsby}} Gatsby Head templates: {{en-noun}} gatsby (plural gatsbies)
  1. (South Africa) A snack consisting of a baguette filled with french fries, sauce, and other ingredients. Wikipedia link: Gatsby (sandwich), The Great Gatsby Tags: South-Africa Translations (Translations): gatsby [neuter] (Polish)

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