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Hogtown

Toronto slang
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A historical, sometimes derogatory, nickname for Toronto, referring to its past as a major meat-packing centre and perceived conservative nature.

Β« Yeah, Toronto's still 'Hogtown' if you ask me, things move kinda slow sometimes. Β»
Yes, Toronto is still 'Hogtown' in my opinion; things can progress quite slowly sometimes.
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