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Aussie Slang Dictionary

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Aussie Slang Dictionary is a delightful and entertaining guide to the colourful language of true-blue Australians. Packed with dazzling definitions, it covers everything from 'aerial ping-pong' (AFL) to 'on the wrong tram' (following the wrong train of thought), providing a handy reference to the rich and quirky slang of Australia. Ideal for anyone wanting to understand or speak like a local, this dictionary ensures you'll never be lost for words when chatting with an Aussie.
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This book is perfect for language lovers, travellers, and anyone curious about Australian culture and humour. It suits readers who enjoy playful exploration of slang and need a fun resource for understanding everyday Aussie expressions.

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Revised and updated edition of the entertaining guide to deciphering and speaking the true Aussie language, full of true-blue Aussie word definitions.

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The ever popular and thoroughly entertaining, Aussie Slang Dictionary is back to help you decipher and speak the true local language. Full of dazzling definitions from true-blue Aussies, you’ll never be lost for words with this collection of colourful sayings.

From ‘aerial ping-pong’ (AFL) to ‘on the wrong tram’ (to be following the wrong train of thought) and finishing up with some verbal diarrhoea (never-ending blather), your mind will be brimming with useful (and not so useful!) sayings for your next run-in with a true Aussie character.

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ISBN: 9781925367669

Publisher: Brolga Publishing Pty Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 November 2019

Country: Australia

Imprint: Brolga Publishing Pty Ltd

Audience: General / adult

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Weight: 650g

Pages: 184

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About the Author

Lolla Stewart is a local author and regular writer for Brolga Publishing. Her work varies from the helpful to the hilarious, including Fun Activities for Children, Dream Dictionary and Brolga’s Little Book of Household Hints. is updated version of the Aussie Slang Dictionary has additional entries researched and compiled by Christine Fotis.

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