Portmanteau or blend of "Pinoy Aussie," referring to a Filipino who migrated to Australia, embracing the country and its way of life, yet retaining some aspects of their Filipino heritage. May also refer to a person born in Australia of Filipino Heritage.
Etymology:
Aussie - An Australian. One that lives in Australia.
Pinoy -
Slang for Filipino male.
Pinay - Slang for Filipino female.
Term coined by Eduardo
Maria De La Cruz Gutierrez, in his
2012 book, "Pinosi (Pinoy Aussie): A Filipino Immigrant in Australia 42 Years."
Frank:
Hey Benny, you're a Pinoy, but you play
cricket...and follow the footy. You're pretty much an
Aussie!
Michael: Yeah, he's a Pinosi.