Esky is a brand of portable coolers, originally Australian, derived from the word "Eskimo". The term "esky" is also commonly used in Australia to generically refer to portable coolers or ice boxes and is part of the Australian vernacular, in place of words like "cooler" or "cooler box" and the New Zealand "chilly bin".
Why are they called Eskies? Esky is actually a brand name, short for eskimo. It's a term for people who live in and around the Arctic that is now considered by many to be offensive, though it is still used in places such as Alaska.
Esky (insulated, portable ice chest/tucker box made of plastic, galvanised steel or styrofoam) — cooler, USA; chilly bin, New Zealand; cool box, UK.
"Esky is a brand of 'cooler' so now we just call it a esky even if it's not an esky brand," one person commented on TikTok. "In NZ we call an Esky a Chilly Bin," another said. Another phrase that confused Charlee was 'doona'.
A: We recommend the term “eskies” for the generic plural, but if you're ever talking about more than one authentic Esky, you should use “Eskys”.
Chilly bin
The Kiwi version of an esky or cooler. A chilly bin needs some ice.
The preferred Australasian term for fanny pack is bum bag.
Different parts of Australia use either ice block or icy pole (which is a brand name), and New Zealand uses ice block. In the Philippines the term ice drop is used with coconut flavor ice pops being called ice bukos. India uses the terms ice gola and ice candy.
The most common verbal greeting is a simple “Hey”, “Hello”, or “Hi”. Some people may use Australian slang and say “G'day” or “G'day mate”. However, this is less common in cities. Many Australians greet by saying “Hey, how are you?”.
Chilly bin: Cooler/esky.
That's right, if you're from a country that uses American English, like Canada and of course, America, the preferred and more commonly used term would be bangs. Anywhere else, like here in Australia, for example, then fringe should be your choice of word as it's the more commonly used term.
slang, Australia. : unquestionably good or genuine : excellent. often used as a general expression of approval. these cigars are fair dinkum.
but a chilly bin of course is an eski. Oh, that's Australian slang. Both of those names, chilly bin and eski, mean ice chest. A portable box that keeps mainly your beer cold.
Freezer. Meaning: (Noun) Commonly used when we talk about refrigerators, 'freezer' can be a slang term for a cooler as well.
Mozzie – This is an Aussie diminutive word meaning mosquito. For example, 'the mozzies during the summer are ravenous. '
'Snot Block'. Believe it or not but the Aussie slang term for a vanilla slice has made it along with six thousand new words and phrases, into the second edition of the Australian National Dictionary, released today.
Contributor's comments: In Melbourne, the term "dishlickers" is more common. It refers more specifically to greyhounds and people involved in the greyhound racing industry, for example, "They are going to cancel next week's dogs. The dishlickers won't be happy."
It's popular in Australia, too, where it's known as “vanilla slice.” But this dessert deserves to gain more traction in the US. With layers of luscious vanilla custard and flaky puff pastry, we felt it was our duty to put the recipe to the test. Here's how to make custard square, a pastry wonder from Down Under!
Underdaks, also called underchunders or underdungers, is a colloquial name for your underpants. Daks are trousers, therefore underdaks must logically be underwear. Simple.
SAO biscuits are a savoury cracker biscuit that was launched in Australia in 1904 by Arnott's, the term SAO being trade marked in 1904.
Onkaparinga - "finger", after the place in South Australia and blanket manufacturer.
McDonald's Restaurants (New Zealand) Limited (also using the trading name "Macca's") is the New Zealand subsidiary of the international fast food restaurant chain McDonald's.
Bro – ah, an absolute Kiwi staple. Bro is short for brother and is used to describe your best mates (as well as your actual brother). Probably one of the most used Kiwi slang terms and one of our favourites.
Chur. The meaning of chur is essentially thank you. You can use this classic Kiwi slang to show gratitude or appreciation. As explained above, it can also mean "sweet as" or "that's awesome".