General
mean as
What does mean as mean?
An intensified 'mean', signalling something excellent.
"Your setup is mean as, bro."
Origin
New Zealand combination of 'mean' with the 'as' intensifier.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'mean as' mean in New Zealand?
'Mean as' is high praise meaning awesome, impressive or excellent, the opposite of the usual sense of 'mean'. The 'as' intensifies it.
Why does 'mean' mean good in Kiwi slang?
In New Zealand slang 'mean' flipped to a positive, so calling something 'mean' or 'mean as' means it's really good.
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