Traditional
Still common
Definition
A sandwich.
Example Sentence
"Made you a vegemite sanger for lunch."
Where "Sanger" Comes From
"Sanger" is the Australian shortening of "sandwich", following the familiar "-er" ending pattern in Australian slang.
It's been common household and workplace language for generations.
How Aussies Actually Use It
It's used for sandwiches of any kind, from a school lunchbox staple to a pub counter meal.
"Vegemite sanger" is one of the most iconic Australian lunchbox items.
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