Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fair-dinkum
Adjective
/ˈfɛə dɪŋkəm/
Definition
An Australian slang term that means genuine or real.
Examples
- He’s a fair-dinkum bloke who always tells the truth.
- If you want fair-dinkum advice, ask her.
- This is a fair-dinkum offer you can’t refuse!
Meaning
The term is often used to describe something that is true, honest, or authentic, particularly in the context of someone’s character or an object’s quality.
Synonyms
- genuine
- authentic
- real
- honest
- true
