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stink one
What does stink one mean?
An expression of sympathy for someone's bad luck or a disappointing outcome.
"Rained on your day off? Stink one."
Origin
New Zealand idiom built on 'stink' meaning bad.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'stink one' mean?
'Stink one' expresses sympathy for someone's bad luck or a disappointing outcome, like saying 'that's rough' or 'bad luck'.
What does 'stink' mean in Kiwi slang?
On its own 'stink' means bad, unfair or disappointing, as in 'that's stink' or a 'stink one'.
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