General
beaut
What does beaut mean?
An idiot or fool. In Scouse the word is flipped — calling someone a beaut means they're absolutely not one. Pure sarcasm baked into a single syllable. Can be matey banter or a genuine dig depending on delivery.
"Ya beaut, you've locked the keys in the car again."
Origin
Shortening of 'beauty'; Australian and NZ.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'beaut' mean?
It means great or excellent. A 'beaut' spot or a 'beaut' day is a really good one.
Where does 'beaut' come from?
It's a shortening of 'beauty' and is used in both Australian and New Zealand English.
How do you use 'beaut'?
You use it as an adjective for something good, e.g. 'She's a beaut little car', or on its own to mean 'excellent'.
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