Cousin.
Baker’s Dozen
Example Sentences
"Me Baker's Dozen is coming round for tea."
"How's your Baker's Dozen doing?"
Etymology & History
Rhymes with "cousin". References the old baker's practice of giving 13 items for 12 to avoid penalties for short-changing. This slang dates from the early 20th century.
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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