Greek, or a Greek person.
Bubble and Squeak
Example Sentences
"There's a lot of Bubble and Squeaks round here."
"He married a Bubble."
Etymology & History
Rhymes with "Greek". Named after the traditional British dish made from leftover vegetables that "bubble and squeak" in the pan. Rhyming slang from the early 20th century.
Word Details
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Region
London/Cockney
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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