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(Australian) honest, on the level
What does "dinky-di" mean in Australian slang?
In Australian slang, "dinky-di" means genuine, honest, or authentic, often used to describe something or someone as real or trustworthy. It is used in informal Australian English to emphasise sincerity or authenticity, sometimes reinforcing national identity or "true-blue" character. The term became popular in the early 20th century, especially in Australian and New Zealand colloquial speech, and is strongly associated with everyday working-class and conversational usage. Its exact origin is uncertain, but it is often explained as rhyming slang or playful reduplication common in Australian English, rather than a direct compound of meaningful modern words.
(Australian) representing true Australian identity or values
