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The A to Z of Northern slang - Z is for Zonked
Zonked adjective ˈzɒŋkt Definition: Exhaustion from overuse of drugs or alcohol. Origins: An adaptation of the word 'zone' to suggest one's mental state is in a different time zone. Synonyms: cabbaged, zoned outClick play to hear how to say this word.
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The A to Z of Northern slang - Y is for Yay Big
Yay Big adjective ˈyā bɪɡ Definition: The size of an object, used in conjunction with hand gestures to demonstrate the appropriate width. Origins: 'Yay' comes from the Middle English word 'yea', which means 'truly'. Over time it has come to mean 'this', referring to the space between one's hands. Synonyms: bout yon big
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The A to Z of Northern slang - W is for Wrong Un
Wrong Un noun ˈrȯŋ ən Definition: An unsavoury person who should be avoided. Origins: Tonal emphasis on 'wrong' implies a deviant nature. 'Un' is a shortening of 'one'. Synonyms: creep, HerbertClick play to hear how to say this word
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The A to Z of Northern slang - V is for Vicar's Collar
Vicar's Collar noun ˈvi-kərs kä-lər Definition: The thin band of tobacco at the end of a cigarette before it reaches the end. This part is undesirable due to its proximity to the plastic filter tip. Origins: The white band of the cigarette paper resembles the detachable collar worn by members of the clergy. Synonyms: scrag end, shady dockersClick play to hear how to say this word
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The A to Z of Northern slang - T is for Tight
Tight adjective ˈtīt Definition: Not wanting to share possessions or lend money. Origins: An adaptation of the Biblical term 'tight-fisted' (Deuteronomy 15:7-8). Usually followed by the word 'arse' to imply someone so miserly they won't even release a fart. Synonyms: snidey, slyClick play to hear how to say this word.
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The A to Z of Northern slang - U is for Undies
Undies noun ˈən-dēz Definition: Clothing worn next to the skin under outer clothes. Origins: A shortening of the word 'underwear'. Synonyms: gruds, underkecksClick play to hear how to say this word.
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The A to Z of Northern slang - S is for Scran
Scran noun ˈskræn Definition: A considerable amount of items to eat. Origins: From the Dutch word 'schranzen' which means to consume excessively. Synonyms: munchClick play to hear how to say this word.
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The A to Z of Northern slang - R is for Rank
Rank adjective ˈraŋk Definition: Something deeply unpleasant to see, smell, taste, consider, etc. Origins: Something of a very low status. Related to the Swedish word 'rank' which means thin and weak. Synonyms: grotty, honksClick play to hear how to say this word.
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The A to Z of Northern slang - Q is for Quebbin'
Quebbin' verb ˈkwi-ˈbin Definition: A state or feeling of extreme fear. Origins: Mostly limited to St Helens, it comes from the noise made by a quivering sphincter during times of grave danger. Synonyms: cacking it, fritninClick play to hear how to say this word.
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The A to Z of Northern slang - P is for Pleb
Pleb noun ˈplɛb Definition: A boy going through puberty who has yet to grow pubic hair. Origins: A conflation of the words 'pubes' and 'less'. Used exclusively by teenage boys to insult their peers. Synonyms: pyeblessClick play to hear how to say this word.
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The A to Z of Northern slang - O is for Our Kid
Our Kid noun ˈär kid Definition: The brother or sister of the speaker. Origins: Came from the need to denote ownership of a sibling, implying that they can order them to do things they would not do for others. Synonyms: me bredrenClick play to hear how to say this word.
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The A to Z of Northern slang - N is for nobhead
Nobhead noun ˈnäb-ed Definition: An irritating person who is oblivious to how they are perceived. Origins: Someone so abrasive and unaware of their surroundings, a penis could be drawn on their forehead without them realising or being told about it. Synonyms: wazzock, dipshitClick play to hear how to say this word.
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