Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dinkum
adjective
/’dɪŋkəm/
Definition
Dinkum is an Australian informal term meaning genuine or real.
Examples
- Is that story about you hiking in the outback dinkum?
- He’s a dinkum Aussie, always honest and straightforward.
- Her kindness was dinkum; she really cares about others.
Meaning
Used to emphasize the authenticity or truth of something, often in a casual or friendly context.
Synonyms
- genuine
- authentic
- real
