Traditional
Still common
Definition
Vehicle registration.
Example Sentence
"Don't forget your rego's due this month."
Where "Rego" Comes From
"Rego" is a straightforward Australian abbreviation of "registration", following the common pattern of shortening words with an "-o" ending.
It's been standard usage since cars required registration in Australia.
How Aussies Actually Use It
It refers to both the legal registration of a vehicle and, informally, the sticker or paperwork proving it.
"Rego's due" is a familiar bit of dread for most Australian car owners.
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