Miskin

Miskin

MIS-kin ˈmɪskɪn
Noun

A dustbin.

Example Sentences

"Put it in the miskin."
"Empty the miskin."

Etymology & History

Brummie term for rubbish bin. From midden/mixen (dung heap).

Word Details

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Region
Birmingham
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Era
Medieval
Language
none
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Formality
neutral

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