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dinkum oil

What does dinkum oil mean?

The absolute truth or reliable information.

"That's the dinkum oil, straight from the boss."

Origin

Combines 'dinkum' (genuine) and 'oil' (information); Australian.

Frequently asked questions

What does 'dinkum oil' mean?
It means the genuine truth or reliable, accurate information.
Where does 'dinkum oil' come from?
It combines the Australian words 'dinkum' (genuine) and 'oil' (information).
How do you use 'dinkum oil'?
Use it to stress that something is the real facts, as in 'That's the dinkum oil, straight from the boss.'
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