General
not even
What does not even mean?
A denial or expression of disbelief; 'not even, ow' is an emphatic version.
"You reckon you'd win? Not even."
Origin
New Zealand slang denial, often tagged with 'ow'.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'not even' mean in New Zealand?
'Not even' is a Kiwi denial meaning 'no way' or 'that's not true'. It rejects what was just said.
What is 'not even, ow'?
Adding 'ow' as a tag makes the denial more emphatic, a feature of Māori and Pasifika-influenced New Zealand speech.
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