Traditional
Favoured by older generations
Definition
Road.
Example Sentence
"Hit the frog and toad early to beat traffic."
Where "Frog and Toad" Comes From
Another import from Cockney rhyming slang — "frog and toad" rhymes with "road," pairing two unrelated pond-dwellers purely for the sound of it.
Like most rhyming slang, the appeal has nothing to do with frogs or toads and everything to do with the playful detour around the actual word.
How Aussies Actually Use It
Used casually to talk about getting on the road, particularly before a long drive — "hit the frog and toad" is a cheerful way of saying "let's get going."
It's a favourite among older generations and road-trip enthusiasts who enjoy a bit of colourful phrasing.
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