Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Australian Builder's Slang

Ute: Pickup Truck

Arvo: Afternoon

Timbers: Lumber

Chippy: Carpenter

Sparky: Electrician

Brickie: Bricklayer

Subbie: Sub Contractor

Bat: Stop/Slow Traffic Sign

Witches Hat: Traffic Cone

 Bikkie: Biscuit or any snack

Smoko: Smoke/coffee break

Bin/Skiff: Massive dumpster

Dunny/Port-a-loo: Chemical Toilet

PPE: Personal Protective Equipment

Absolutely Rooted: Very Tired
 
Joey Boy: yours truly, labour hire.

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