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whitey

What does whitey mean?

The horrible sweaty, pale, dizzy state you hit when you've had too much drink or weed — named because your face literally goes white. Usually paired with 'pull' or 'take': pullin' a whitey.

"I pulled a whitey efter that joint, hud to sit doon ootside."

Origin

From the face going pale/white during the spin-out. Spread from Scottish and northern English usage into wider UK youth slang.

Frequently asked questions

What does "whitey" mean?
It's that spinning, clammy, about-to-be-sick feeling after having too much (often cannabis or drink).
How do you use "whitey" in a sentence?
"He pulled a whitey and had to sit down before he passed out."
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