General
u-ey
What does u-ey mean?
A U-turn in a vehicle; you 'chuck a u-ey'.
"Missed the turn, just chuck a u-ey up here."
Origin
From 'U-turn' with a '-ey' diminutive (also spelled uey, u-ie).
Frequently asked questions
What does u-ey mean?
It's Australian slang for a U-turn in a vehicle. You 'chuck a u-ey' to turn around and head back the other way.
How do you spell u-ey?
It's spelled several ways — u-ey, uey, u-ie or uie — all pronounced 'YOO-ee'.
What does chuck a u-ey mean?
It means to make a U-turn, e.g. 'Missed the driveway, just chuck a u-ey at the lights.'
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