- Short term for the traditional English sausage. When served with mashed potatoes, it’s called bangers and mash.
- A “banger” refers to a song or a thing that is extremely good or awesome, often used in music discussions to describe tracks that are particularly enjoyable or energetic.
Banger
Example Sentences
"I'll have bangers and mash please."
"That new tune is an absolute banger!"
Etymology & History
British slang for old, decrepit car. From 'bang' (loud engine noise). 'Old banger' is affectionate/derogatory. Working-class term. Also means sausage (different context). The versatility shows British word economy.
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Mild
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Formality
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