Expression USED Very frequently BY most people
A community event where you can buy a grilled sausage served in a slice of white bread, with condiments and fried onions also available. The word sausage sizzle can also refer to the food item being sold. Sausage sizzles are most often associated with voting in Australian elections, where they are available at many polling places and referred to as "democracy sausages."
"Are you going to volunteer for the sausage sizzle next Saturday? Most people prefer tomato sauce on their sausage sizzle, but some have barbecue source or mustard instead."
Submitted December 2023 by lucia871
Word USED Frequently BY most people
Abbreviation of "service station." Refers to a petrol station/gas station, especially when a convenience store or a small supermarket is attached.
"Before we leave, we need to stop at the servo to fill up the car."
Submitted December 2023 by lucia871
Word USED On Occasion BY most people
Short form of the word "mosquito."
"Make sure to bring insect repellent, or the mozzies will eat you alive."
Submitted December 2023 by lucia871
like turkeys voting for Christmas
Standard Phrase USED On Occasion BY some people
If someone supports an action that will harm them, this action is said to be "like turkeys voting for Christmas." This phrase is often used with reference to politicians or political decisions.
"If we accept this proposal, it would be like turkeys voting for Christmas."
Submitted December 2023 by lucia871
English English speaking countries
Word USED Frequently BY most people
An informal term for a man. It can also mean a man who acts in a traditionally masculine way.
"Did you see that bloke in the yellow shorts?"
Submitted December 2023 by lucia871
Word USED On Occasion BY Older people from Queensland
A suitcase or a school bag or case (short for portmanteau)
"He put his shoes in his port, but carried his computer with him."
Submitted December 2023 by lucia871
English Australia; South Africa
Word USED Very frequently BY some people
Short form of the word avocado
"The avo on toast here is too expensive, but the hot breakfasts are nice."
Submitted December 2023 by lucia871
English Australia; New Zealand
Word USED Frequently BY most people
Short form of the word "afternoon."
"Do you want to go to the pool this arvo?"
Submitted December 2023 by lucia871
Expression USED On Occasion BY Probably Gen X and older
It’s of no consequence to me personally. Usually used in a defensive tone.
“You can eat all the ice cream, no skin off my nose, I don’t even like it.”
Submitted December 2023 by anonymous
Expression USED On Occasion BY Some People
Usually used in a defensive tone, it means that someone doesn't care because it's of no consequence to them personally.
“You can eat all the ice cream, no skin off my nose, I don’t even like it”
Submitted December 2023 by anonymous
Expression USED On Occasion BY people on the internet
To get blocked on Facebook.
"My account got the Zucc for saying men are dumb."
Submitted December 2023 by amarens
English | Australian English Australia
Expression USED On Occasion BY Australians in the 1970's
It used to mean that something was difficult or awkward in 1960s, then in 1970s it meant something was awesome.
"That car is the ducks guts!"
Submitted December 2023 by amarens
Expression USED On Occasion BY Some People
Used to indicate a situation is difficult, someone is struggling, not having a good time or not doing well. Usually used in a phrase such as "riding the struggle bus", "driving the struggle bus", or "on the struggle bus".
"Class today was a real struggle bus."
Submitted November 2023 by amarens
English English speaking countries
Name USED On Occasion BY people who watch movies
(n.) • The final girl is a trope in horror and slasher movies. It refers to the last girl or woman alive to confront the killer, who either defeats him herself or is saved by others arriving.
"I love a good movie with a final girl"
Submitted November 2023 by amarens
English English speaking countries
Expression USED On Occasion BY Some People
To marry or become romantically involved with a much younger person, especially one from a younger generation or to use a young person for a purpose inappropriate to their age.
“He sure robbed the cradle with his last wife”
Submitted September 2023 by anonymous
English English speaking countries
Expression USED On Occasion BY Some People
An inability to smell something due to familiarity with the scent.
“Do you smell that?” “No, but I’m probably just nose blind.”
Idiom USED On Rare Occasion BY Some People
To impress someone. Refers to the word 'raspberry'.
"I'm gonna bake her a cake, I am sure that'll razz her berries"
English English speaking countries
Word USED On Occasion BY Some People
(noun) • Short form of Christmas
"We need to get Chrissy presents for Bill and his family before they come and visit."
Slang USED On Occasion BY Some People
It indicates a surfer or someone who is a surfboard enthusiastic in australian slang.
"Yo waxhead ! What's up?"
"Hey waxhead! What are you doing?"
Submitted September 2022 by raymondo
Word USED On Occasion BY Some People
(noun) • A short form of the word chicken, especially referring to a cooked chicken.
"The Christmas chook is almost ready!"