Meaning of the 'G' | Babel Free

Definitions

The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), situated in Melbourne, Australia

Australia, informal

Examples

“When Ted Hopkins wrote his eulogy to the ‘G’ for The Herald Sun, 1 April 1995, he described it as a place⟳ where stories are created and legends made, a place⟳ of epic footy and mega-concerts that contribute⟳ richly to every Melburnian’s general sense⟳ of well-being.”

“The multigenerational families throughout Australia file⟳ off to the footy (again the word football seemed too difficult to say⟳ so the word was shortened; the Melbourne Cricket Ground was reduced to the MCG but that was shortened to the “G” – the next permutation will probably be just the sound⟳ “gah”) every Saturday afternoon be it Aussie Rules or Rugby.”

“And 52 years after Carlton’s failed bid, home games will be shared between the ‘G’ and the Dome.”

“It’s one of the great sporting venues, and for many Australians the ‘G’ is hallowed ground.”

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