Diamond geezer

Diamond geezer

/ˌdaɪəmənd ˈɡiːzə/
Noun London

A very reliable, trustworthy person.

Example Sentences

"He's a proper diamond geezer."
"Top bloke, absolute diamond geezer."

Etymology & History

Combining "diamond" (something valuable/brilliant) with "geezer" (man). East End slang from the mid-20th century meaning a thoroughly good, reliable person.

Word Details

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Region
London/Cockney
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Era
Modern
Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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