General
bang a u-ey
What does bang a u-ey mean?
To execute a U-turn while driving. 'Bang' here just means 'make' or 'do' — Bostonians also 'bang a left' (turn left) and 'bang a right'. Essential vocabulary for surviving Massachusetts driving.
"You missed the exit — bang a U-ey at the next light."
Origin
'U-ey' is a diminutive of 'U-turn'; the 'bang' verb for turning is widespread New England driving slang.
Frequently asked questions
What does "bang a U-ey" mean?
It's Boston slang for making a U-turn.
How do you use "bang a U-ey" in a sentence?
"We missed the exit — just bang a U-ey up here."
Where does "bang a U-ey" come from?
It's regional Boston slang, where "U-ey" is a nickname for a U-turn.
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