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A "Tinny" can refer to a "can" (tin) of lovely cold refreshing beer. Practical application - "Grab a tinny from the fridge".
A "Tinny" can also refer to any small boat (with or without motor) contructed from metal and used for fishing, etc. Practical application - "We went for a day's fishing in Bill's tinny".
"Tinny" can also refer to an object, especially a car, that falls below roadworthy mechanical specifications. Practical application - "Don't buy that car, it looks a bit tinny".
"Tinny" applied to a person can imply that his skill in achieving a particular outcome was hugely exceeded by his luck. Practical application - "Bill's a tinny bugger, he caught 6 trout with the wrong sized hooks and wrong bait".
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What does the Australian slang word jaguar mean?
In Australian slang, "jaguar" refers to someone who is viewed as arrogant or flashy, typically in terms of their clothing or behavior. It can be used to describe someone who is seen as showy or ostentatious.
What does the Australian word flog mean?
In Australian slang, "flog" means to steal or to sell something illegally. It is often used to describe someone who is dishonest or sneaky.
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Australian word for beer can?
Tinny or Tinnie (from 'tin can').
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What does dapper mean Australian slang?
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What does the british slang word kriky mean?
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What word is Australian slang for good?
bonza
