Slang USED Frequently BY Some People
(v.) • To play truant, meaning to not go in to work or school when you are supposed to.
"Let's skive maths this afternoon, I haven't done the homework."
Slang USED Frequently BY Some People
(v.) • To play truant, meaning to not go in to work or school when you are supposed to.
"Let's skive maths this afternoon, I haven't done the homework."
Slang USED Frequently BY Some People
(n.) • The British pound.
"Can you lend me two quid for some chewing gum?"
Slang USED Frequently BY Young People
(v.) • To run very fast.
"I forgot my keys so I legged it back to my house."
English
Northern England,
United Kingdom
Slang USED On Occasion BY Some People
(n.) • Shortened word for 'tobacco'.
"I'm rolling a cigarette, can I use your baccy?"
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English
Northern England,
United Kingdom
Standard Phrase USED On Occasion BY Some People
Greeting often used between walkers as they pass each other on a hike. It doesn't really mean anything but it an expression of friendliness that does not require an actual answer.
"How do?" "How do?"
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Slang USED Frequently BY Some People
(v.) • To claim something for yourself, reserving it so someone else can't take it.
"Bagsy front seat!" "Don't take the last slice of cake, I've bagsy'd it."
Slang USED Frequently BY Young People
(v.) • Used to indicate that someone's partner is more attractive than them, and they have done well to get them. Often used by men in a positive way to praise their friend's girlfriend.
"You're punching with her, mate, she's gorgeous!"
Slang USED On Occasion BY Young People
(adj.) • Being extremely happy or excited. Short for 'buzzing'.
"She just asked me out, I'm absolutely buzzin'."
Standard Phrase USED On Occasion BY Most People
An ability or special method for doing something easily and well.
"The door's a bit stiff, there's a knack to opening it." "She's got a knack for baking, she should open a shop."
English
Northern England & Scotland,
United Kingdom
Slang USED On Occasion BY Some People
(n.) • A girl or young woman.
"Check out that lass over there."
English
Sunderland,
United Kingdom
Word USED Very frequently BY Most People
(adj.) • Used to express positive feelings towards something.
"Yeah I like him, he's a canny lad."
English
Northern England,
United Kingdom
Word USED Very frequently BY Some People
(n.) • A cup of tea. Contraction of the phrase "cup of".
"Want a cuppa?" "Ok, go on then."
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Expression USED On Occasion BY Everyone
The expression suggests you are very hungry, given the idea that a horse has a big stomach.
"I could eat an entire pizza by myself - I'm as hungry as a horse."
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Expression USED On Occasion BY Everyone
Expression used to point out hypocrisy. Traditionally both pot and kettle would've been made out of a similar material, so you can't comment on the appearance of one without it also being relevant to the other.
"You are accusing me of cheating? Talk about pot calling the kettle black!"
Expression USED Frequently BY People Over 50
A common farewell, similar to "safe travels".
"It's time to call it a night, we're off." "Alright, y'all come back now!"
Expression USED Very frequently BY Mothers
A sarcastic phrase used to call others dumb or clumsy.
"Obama was the first president of the US." "Oh, bless your heart..."
Expression USED On Occasion BY anyone
It is used when someone must do something they do not want to do. The situation or task is unavoidable, but is unpleasant.
He said, "I don't wanna tell her this awful news. It'd hurt her feelings." She responded, "Yes, but it must be done, so you just gotta 'bite the bullet.'
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English
Virginia,
United States
Slang USED On Occasion BY Young people
(adj.) • The word “wizard” is a synonym for “cool”; it is used when one finds something interesting, or when one likes something.
"Did you see my new tattoo? That’s wizard! I love it!"
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Expression USED Frequently BY Mostly the youth and middle aged
(interj.) • A word used to express gratitude, excitement, or agreeance.
"That was choice as, bro!" "Chur."
Word USED On Occasion BY some people
(adj.) • A shortened form of "barking mad" ie: insane. Used for emphasis.
“Harry is under the impression Draco is now a death eater” “You’re barking!”
