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keep dixie
What does keep dixie mean?
Standing watch. The job of the mate who isn't doing the crime but is one whistle away from saving everyone. Could be a school nick, a corner-shop swipe, or just texting your dad while you sneak back in. Whoever's keeping dixie is the eyes.
"You keep dixie, I'll grab a couple cans."
Origin
Said to come from the rhyme 'Dixie Dean is never seen' — referencing Everton legend Dixie Dean, with 'dixie' standing in for 'unseen'.
Frequently asked questions
What does keep dixie mean?
Keep dixie is Scouse for keeping lookout while something dodgy is going on.
How do you use keep dixie in a sentence?
"You keep dixie while I nip round the back."
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