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eshay
What does eshay mean?
A member of an Australian urban youth subculture known for Nike TN shoes, polos, bum bags and Pig Latin slang; can also mean 'run'.
"A pack of eshays were doing burnouts on their bikes outside the servo."
Origin
Pig Latin from 'sesh'; the subculture originated in inner-south Sydney in the early 1990s.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'eshay' mean?
It refers to a member of an Australian youth subculture known for Nike TN shoes, polo shirts, bum bags and Pig Latin slang; it can also mean 'run'.
Where does the word 'eshay' come from?
It's Pig Latin from 'sesh' (session), and the subculture originated in inner-south Sydney in the early 1990s.
What do eshays wear?
The look centres on Nike TN sneakers, branded polos, bum bags and caps, a recognisable Australian streetwear style.
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