Category
Everyday Objects
Bonnet The hood of a car.… Boot The trunk of a car.… Bung Broken or not working; sometimes drunk. A bung knee is a Kiwi institut… Chilly bin Insulated cooler for keeping drinks and kai cold. The centrepiece of e… Dunga A beat-up old car that refuses to die.… Eftpos The debit card payment system, and by extension the card itself. 'Eftp… Gumboots Rubber boots. Rural NZ's national footwear; Taihape holds an annual gu… Jandals Flip flops. Etymology: 'Japanese sandals'. Wearing them year-round is … Jumper A jersey, sweater or sweatshirt. Mum's eternal advice: take a jumper.… Singlet A sleeveless top. Called a vest in the UK, which causes chaos.… Togs Swimwear of any kind. Togs, togs, togs... undies (if you're too far fr… Trolley A shopping cart. Some Kiwis say trundler, which is even better.… Twink Correction fluid (white-out). A brand name that became the word — and … Ute A utility vehicle — pickup truck with a flat tray. Rural NZ's chariot.…