New Zealand Slang
Chilly bin
Used when discussing outdoor activities or picnics in New Zealand.
Literal Meaning
An insulated container used for keeping food and beverages cool.
Actual Meaning
Insulated container for drinks
Examples in Context

I always bring a chilly bin when we have a picnic, it keeps everything nice and cold.

After the hike, we opened up the chilly bin to enjoy some refreshing beverages.

We're heading to the beach this weekend, so make sure you pack the drinks in the chilly bin.

Helpful Tips
  • 1In New Zealand, 'chilly bin' is commonly used for outdoor activities like picnics or beach trips when people need to keep drinks cool.
  • 2Listen for casual conversations; if someone mentions a 'chilly bin', they are likely discussing plans for a gathering or a day out.
  • 3If you are invited somewhere and hear 'bring a chilly bin', it means you should bring a cooler with drinks or snacks.
Phrase Thesaurus
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